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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Inaugurates Vibrant NDMC Flower Festival 2026

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated the NDMC's four-day Flower Festival 2026 at Central Park in Connaught Place. The festival showcases over 15,500 potted plants representing 48 varieties, arranged in 18 themed sections and designed as a "Selfie Festival." Seasonal blooms like dahlias, petunias, and tulips are key attractions, with the event aiming to make Delhi greener and more beautiful. The free-entry festival will remain open to the public until March 6, featuring floral installations, garden displays, and stalls selling plants and gardening materials.

Key Points: Delhi Flower Festival 2026 Inaugurated by CM Rekha Gupta

  • Free-entry 4-day floral exhibition
  • Over 15,500 plants across 18 themes
  • Features 48 varieties of seasonal blooms
  • Designed with selfie points & themed gardens
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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta inaugurates NDMC's 4-day Flower Festival 2026

Delhi CM inaugurates 4-day NDMC Flower Festival 2026 at Central Park, featuring 48 flower varieties and themed selfie points. Free entry event.

"It has filled the national capital with colour and fragrance. - Chief Minister Rekha Gupta"

New Delhi, March 3

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, on Tuesday, inaugurated a four-day 'Flower Festival 2026' organised by the New Delhi Municipal Council at the Central Park in Connaught Place.

Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said that as the national capital, it is a collective responsibility to make Delhi cleaner, greener and more attractive.

She added that earlier people travelled to Kashmir to witness tulips, but today, due to the dedicated efforts of NDMC, residents can enjoy vibrant tulips and a wide variety of flowers in the national capital itself.

Describing it as a "Selfie Festival", the Chief Minister said the event has emerged as a major attraction for citizens.

She appealed to residents to visit the free-entry festival with their families and join in the collective resolve to keep Delhi clean, green and beautiful.

More than 15,500 potted plants representing 48 varieties have been displayed across 18 themed sections.

Seasonal blooms such as dahlias, petunias, pansies, salvias and marigolds are among the key attractions.

NDMC Chairman Keshav Chandra, Vice-Chairman Kuljeet Singh Chahal and other distinguished guests were present on the occasion.

Noting that the festival is being held during the month of Phalguna, the Chief Minister said it has filled the national capital with colour and fragrance.

She appreciated the gardeners and officials of NDMC's Horticulture Department for their tireless efforts in transforming the venue into a floral spectacle.

She encouraged other departments to draw inspiration from such initiatives to further enhance the greenery and aesthetic appeal of Delhi.

Commending the floral installations, pyramid structures and diverse arrangements, the Chief Minister expressed confidence that with sustained efforts, the entire city could be adorned with flowers.

The exhibition features tray gardens, landscape gardens, large hanging baskets, terrariums, Eastern and Western floral arrangements (including Ikebana), floral figures shaped like animals and birds, colourful floral boards, and specially designed pyramid, heart-shaped, conical and cylindrical floral structures developed as selfie points.

The festival will remain open to the public from March 3 to March 6, with free entry.

Stalls have also been set up offering nursery plants, bonsai, cacti and succulents, herbal plants, hydroponic systems, gardening tools, seeds, pots, fertilisers and decorative materials for sale.

- IANS

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Rahul R
Good to see positive events like this. Delhi desperately needs more green spaces and public gardens. Hope this isn't just a one-off festival but leads to permanent beautification. The selfie points are a smart way to engage the youth.
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Aman W
While the festival looks beautiful, I hope the same effort goes into maintaining our existing parks and gardens year-round. Lutyens' Delhi gets all the attention, but what about parks in outer Delhi colonies? The disparity is noticeable.
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Sarah B
The variety mentioned is impressive – 48 types! The Ikebana and terrarium displays sound fascinating. Planning to visit this weekend with my kids. It's a great way to introduce them to horticulture. Hope the stalls have some good gardening tips too.
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Keshav Chandra
As an NDMC taxpayer, I appreciate these free-entry public events. It makes the city feel more vibrant and community-oriented. The timing in Phalguna is perfect, just before Holi. Adds to the festive mood of the season! 🎨
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Meera T
The CM's point about not having to go to Kashmir for tulips is so true! It's a small step but it brings joy to so many families. My only request: please ensure proper crowd management and waste disposal so the area stays clean and beautiful.

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