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Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has launched a strong critique of AAP and Congress for years of neglecting slum dwellers' basic needs. She highlighted the BJP government's commitment to developing infrastructure and providing housing for marginalized communities. Gupta announced significant projects including constructing snanghars (bathing facilities) and drainage systems in slum areas. The CM emphasized the government's responsibility to support migrants and workers who have come to Delhi seeking opportunities.

Key Points: Rekha Gupta Blasts AAP Kejriwal Over Slum Dweller Neglect

  • Delhi government launching Rs 700 crore slum development initiatives
  • Promising housing and sanitation solutions for marginalized communities
  • Challenging previous government's approach to urban poor
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Delhi CM flays AAP, Congress for 'fooling' slum dwellers for years

Delhi CM exposes AAP and Congress failures in supporting slum communities, announces major development projects worth Rs 700 crore

"People have made homes near tracks, in case of any untoward incident, if anyone dies after coming under the tracks, who will be responsible? - Rekha Gupta"

New Delhi, June 8

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday launched a blistering attack on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Congress for fooling slum dwellers for years and not providing them even basic facilities.

After inaugurating the construction work of a 24-seater Jan Seva Camp (JSC) at JJ Cluster, Nehru Camp, Haiderpur, she said the government has a responsibility to provide better services and facilities to the public, and the Delhi government is moving ahead on the path of fulfilling its responsibility.

Addressing the media, CM Gupta said that the previous governments had fooled slum dwellers, telling them not to vote for the BJP.

She pointed out that neither Kejriwal's nor Sheila Dikshit's government had announced any funds for slum dwellers, but her government is working on development projects costing Rs 700 crore.

On reports that AAP leaders were allegedly telling slum dwellers that the BJP-led Delhi government would remove their shanties, she said it will be razed only after providing them with houses.

However, CM Gupta made it clear that the government cannot defy court orders while mentioning that "If the court orders anything, it is in the best interest of the people."

Talking about the Madrasi colony situated near the Barapullah nullah, she said the court has called for its removal four times, so that machines can reach there for cleaning the drain, failing which Delhi will face floods like in 2023.

On the action in the Railways' colony, she said: "People have made homes near tracks, in case of any untoward incident, if anyone dies after coming under the tracks, who will be responsible, Atishi, Arvind Kejriwal or Saurabh Bhardwaj?"

Expressing dismay over the behaviour of a few people in shanties, she said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi himself gave 1,675 flats at Wazirpur slum, but if the dwellers there think that they will take the flats and continue to reside there (in shanties), it won't work.

Condemning the previous governments over the lack of facilities in the area, CM Gupta said that there were no drains, no playgrounds for kids and no places for women to defecate and bathe.

CM Gupta said she will ensure that women in the slums have a 'snanghars' (bathing houses) facility.

The Chief Minister also announced that her government will construct five to six snanghars and make drains so that people here do not face inconvenience.

Delhi consists of people from across the country who have come to work here, and the government will continue to work for them, she said.

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Finally some action for slum dwellers! For years politicians just used them as vote banks without improving their lives. Hope this government delivers on its promises. The bathing house initiative is much needed for women's dignity. 👍
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Priya M.
Why is the CM blaming previous governments when BJP was also part of Delhi's governance through LG? This seems like political drama before elections. Action speaks louder than words - let's see if these projects actually get completed.
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Sanjay D.
The railway track settlements are a serious safety hazard. While rehabilitation is important, public safety can't be compromised. Hope the government finds a balanced solution that helps both the residents and maintains railway safety standards.
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Ananya R.
As someone who volunteers in slums, I've seen firsthand how women suffer without proper sanitation. The 'snanghars' initiative is commendable, but implementation is key. Previous governments made similar promises that never materialized. Fingers crossed this time! 🙏
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Vikram J.
The flood prevention angle makes sense. We can't have illegal settlements blocking drainage systems - the 2023 floods were a nightmare for all Delhiites. But rehabilitation must happen simultaneously, not just demolition.
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Neha T.
While development is good, the language used against previous governments is unnecessary. All parties have failed slum dwellers to some extent. Instead of blame game, focus on sustainable solutions that don't just look good in election season.

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