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Delhi CM Honors Ambedkar, Launches Water ATMs for Clean Drinking Water Access

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta paid floral tributes to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on his birth anniversary. She inaugurated new Water ATMs in the Shalimar Bagh constituency to provide clean drinking water to residents. Gupta also welcomed the new Delhi-Dehradun Expressway inaugurated by the Prime Minister, highlighting its benefits for travel time. The Water ATM initiative aligns with Ambedkar's vision of ensuring basic amenities and dignity for every citizen.

Key Points: Delhi CM Pays Tribute to Ambedkar, Inaugurates Water ATMs

  • Tribute to BR Ambedkar on birth anniversary
  • Inauguration of Water ATMs in Shalimar Bagh
  • Provision of clean drinking water as a basic right
  • Welcome for Delhi-Dehradun Expressway inaugurated by PM
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Delhi CM pays tribute to BR Ambedkar, inaugurates water ATMs in Shalimar Bagh

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta inaugurated Water ATMs in Shalimar Bagh on Ambedkar Jayanti, emphasizing access to clean water and basic amenities for all citizens.

"Baba Saheb is the strong pillar of India, on which this strong edifice of Indian democracy stands today. - Rekha Gupta"

New Delhi, April 14

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday paid floral tribute to Dr BR Ambedkar on his birth anniversary and inaugurated Water ATMs in Shalimar Bagh, emphasising the government's commitment to ensuring basic amenities and dignity for all citizens.

Speaking to the media, Gupta said, "Baba Saheb is the strong pillar of India, on which this strong edifice of Indian democracy stands today. If our country, with a population of 140 crore, is able to function today, it is because of the strong foundation of democracy... We too are continuously working for the last person on the bottom line of this society in Delhi, the most backward, who lack access to facilities. Every day, we formulate policies that enable every person in the entire city to live a life of dignity."

The Chief Minister further welcomed the inauguration of the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. "On Baba Saheb's birth anniversary, the Prime Minister has gifted this state-of-the-art expressway to Delhi. Through this, a journey of 6.5 hours has been reduced to just 2.5 hours. This truly strengthens our transport system and our roadways, and Delhi will always be very grateful to the Prime Minister," Gupta said.

Marking the occasion, Gupta also inaugurated Water ATMs in GP Block and Beriwala Bagh Block of Shalimar Bagh Assembly constituency. According to the Chief Minister's Office, the Chief Minister said that the initiative aims to provide clean drinking water to residents in line with Ambedkar's vision of ensuring basic amenities as a right for every citizen.

The Chief Minister informed that seven Water ATMs have been installed across wards 55, 56, and 57. Each unit is capable of supplying 2,000 litres of purified water per hour and uses a five-stage RO purification system effective up to 3000 TDS, said the CMO. The system includes 24x7 monitoring and will provide up to 20 litres of drinking water per person per day through Water ATM cards.

Dr BR Ambedkar, popularly known as Babasaheb, was the chief architect of the Indian Constitution and a key figure in India's social reform movement. Born into a Dalit Mahar family, he dedicated his life to securing equal rights for marginalised communities and promoting social justice.

Ambedkar served as independent India's first Law and Justice Minister and was posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna in 1990 for his contributions to the nation.

- ANI

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Shreya B
While the water ATMs are a welcome step, I wish the political focus on Ambedkar Jayanti went beyond symbolism. We need concrete policies for education and job reservations as per his vision. The expressway news is good for connectivity though.
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Aman W
Delhi-Dehradun in 2.5 hours? That's fantastic! Weekend trips just got easier. Kudos to the central and state govt for infrastructure push. Water ATMs are also much needed in summer. Practical work on Babasaheb's anniversary.
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Priyanka N
As a resident of Shalimar Bagh, I've seen the water quality issues firsthand. If these ATMs provide truly clean water 24/7, it will be a huge relief for families here. Hope the maintenance is regular and the cards are easy to get.
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Vikram M
Respect for Babasaheb should be shown every day by upholding the Constitution's values. The expressway is a major development, no doubt. But let's also talk about rising prices and unemployment - that's what affects the 'last person' the most.
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Kavitha C
This is the real tribute to Dr. Ambedkar. Ensuring dignity through access to clean water is fundamental. The 5-stage RO system sounds promising. Hope other states take note and implement similar projects for urban poor.

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