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New Delhi LG Taranjit Sandhu Vows Global Competition for Capital

Newly appointed Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, has stated his focus is on development so that Delhi can compete with capitals worldwide. He expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah for the opportunity to serve. His appointment is part of a major administrative reshuffle of Governors and Lieutenant Governors across India by President Droupadi Murmu. The reshuffle saw VK Saxena move to become Ladakh LG, among several other key transfers.

Key Points: Delhi LG Sandhu Focuses on Development, Global Competition

  • Focus on development
  • Compete with global capitals
  • Major administrative reshuffle
  • Gratitude to PM Modi and Amit Shah
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"Delhi has to compete with other capitals across the world": Newly appointed LG Taranjit Sandhu

New Delhi LG Taranjit Sandhu aims for Delhi to compete with world capitals, focusing on development after major gubernatorial reshuffle.

"Delhi has to compete with other capitals across the world": Newly appointed LG Taranjit Sandhu
"Delhi is our capital, and we have to compete and compare with all the capitals of the world. - Taranjit Singh Sandhu"

New Delhi, March 7

Newly appointed Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, on Saturday affirmed his focus on development, saying that the national capital should compete against capitals across the world.

Speaking to ANI, Taranjit Sandhu said, "Delhi is our capital, and we have to compete and compare with all the capitals of the world. We have to move ahead along with everyone. The focus is and should be on development."

Sandhu, earlier in the day, offered prayers at Gurudwara Moti Bagh Sahib in South Moti Bagh and Uttara Swami Malai Mandir in RK Puram.

Earlier on Friday, former Indian Ambassador to the United States, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, expressed gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister Amit Shah after he was appointed the new Lieutenant Governor of Delhi (LG).

In an X post, Sandhu said that he is committed to serving the people in the national capital with dedication and humility.

"I express my heartfelt gratitude to the most revered Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has provided me the opportunity to serve the people of Delhi as Lieutenant Governor. His leadership and visionary guidance have always been a source of inspiration. I am also grateful for the trust and guidance of the Home Minister Amit Shah. I am committed to serving the people of Delhi and the nation with dedication, loyalty, and humility," Sandhu wrote.

President Droupadi Murmu has effected a major administrative reshuffle of Governors and Lieutenant Governors across the country on Thursday, just ahead of the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections. In the reshuffle, Taranjit Singh Sandhu replaced VK Saxena, who has now been appointed as the Ladakh LG. Taranjit Sandhu was also a BJP candidate in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

Additionally, senior leader Nand Kishore Yadav has been appointed as Nagaland Governor, and Lieutenant General (Retired) Syed Ata Hasnain has been named Governor of Bihar.

In other key changes, Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla has been named Governor of Telangana, while Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma has been transferred to serve as Governor of Maharashtra.

Furthermore, Kavinder Gupta, the outgoing Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, has been appointed Governor of Himachal Pradesh, and Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar will discharge the additional functions of the Governor of Tamil Nadu.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to see the focus on development. But competing with world capitals means investing in people. We need better schools, hospitals, and green spaces for citizens, not just shiny infrastructure for visitors. Hope his actions match his words.
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Rohit P
His diplomatic experience should help. Delhi's traffic and pollution are our biggest challenges. If he can bring in some innovative solutions from other global cities, it would be a game-changer. Let's see some concrete plans soon.
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Sarah B
As someone who has lived in London and now works in Delhi, the gap is huge but not unbridgeable. The vision is right, but execution is everything. The city needs integrated planning, not piecemeal projects. Good luck to Mr. Sandhu.
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Vikram M
Respectfully, we hear this "world-class city" talk every time a new official comes. The last mile connectivity of Metro is still poor, and summers are unbearable due to water shortages. Please focus on these real issues of Delhites first. Actions speak louder than words.
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Kavya N
It's a good sign that he visited both a Gurudwara and a Mandir on his first day. Shows he understands Delhi's diverse fabric. Development must be inclusive and benefit all communities equally. Jai Hind!

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