Delhi CM holds meeting with transgender community ahead of the budget session 2026
New Delhi, March 20
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday held a meeting with members of the transgender community ahead of the Delhi Budget session 2026.
The Budget Session of the Delhi Legislative Assembly for 2026-27 will be held from March 23-25, 2026.
Earlier, on Thursday, Gupta held a consultation with gig workers and Shramiks to gather their recommendations for the upcoming state budget.
The meeting was focused on addressing systemic challenges, including the demand for formal employment status and the creation of specialised urban infrastructure to support those working in the delivery and transport sectors.
"The Delhi government's budget session, scheduled to begin on March 23, will be the government's second budget. We have consulted with people from various sections of society to ensure that the Delhi government presents this budget in accordance with their suggestions. It should address public concerns and provide infrastructure for Delhi. We want to reach out to the public with a roadmap for a developed Delhi. Their participation is the biggest strength of this budget," the Chief Minister said.
Meanwhile, CM Gupta on Friday also flagged off 300 new electric vehicle (EV) buses in the national capital. She said that the government has initiated interstate bus services from here to Ghaziabad in Uttar Pradesh.
A foundation stone was also laid for a new Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) office near the IP depot, the CM said.
"300 new EV buses have been added to Delhi's fleet. Delhi now has a total of 6,100 buses. We want to transform Delhi's fleet of public transport entirely electric. We have also started inter-state bus services from Delhi to Ghaziabad. This is our fifth interstate route. We also laid the foundation stone for a Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) office. We are making efforts to reform Delhi's public transport infrastructure," Gupta told reporters here.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Good to see the CM consulting diverse groups before the budget. But I hope this isn't just a photo-op. We need to see actual budget allocations for transgender welfare and for improving the lives of gig workers. Actions speak louder than words.
The focus on EV buses and interstate connectivity is excellent! Delhi's air quality needs this push. More electric buses mean less pollution. Hope they expand these services to other NCR cities like Noida and Faridabad soon.
Inclusive governance is key. Consulting the transgender community shows the government is thinking about all citizens. As an expat living here, it's heartening to see such progressive outreach. Hope other states follow this model.
All these consultations are good, but what about the middle class? Our taxes pay for everything. We need more focus on reducing income tax, better roads, and solving the water crisis in summer. Budget should be for all, not just specific groups.
Formal status for gig workers is a huge demand. So many young people are in delivery jobs. They need PF, ESI, and job security. If the budget can address this, it will be a landmark achievement. Fingers crossed!
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