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Delhi CM's Diwali Fair: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs Through Swadeshi Spirit

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta attended a Diwali fair at the Delhi Secretariat, celebrating women entrepreneurs and indigenous products. She personally visited each stall, interacting with women sellers and encouraging the 'Vocal for Local' initiative. The event, organized by the Department of Women and Child Development, showcased handcrafted items from various self-help groups. Gupta emphasized the importance of supporting local businesses and women's empowerment during the festival of lights.

Key Points: Rekha Gupta Promotes Women Entrepreneurs at Delhi Diwali Fair

  • CM visits every stall and interacts with women entrepreneurs
  • Promotes indigenous products during Diwali celebrations
  • Department of Women and Child Development organizes exhibition
  • Highlights importance of self-reliance and local craftsmanship
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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta joins Diwali fair, encourages women sellers

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta champions women's empowerment and local products at Secretariat's Diwali exhibition, encouraging 'Vocal for Local' initiative.

"The Diwali fair is a symbol of women's empowerment and pride in Swadeshi. - Rekha Gupta, Delhi Chief Minister"

New Delhi, Oct 16

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta took part in a Diwali fair organised at the Delhi Secretariat on Thursday and reissued her appeal to use Swadeshi products during the festival of lights, an official said.

"The Diwali fair organised at the Delhi Secretariat is a symbol of women's empowerment and pride in Swadeshi. These handcrafted Swadeshi products are not only examples of hard work but also embody the resolve of 'Vocal for Local'. Congratulations to the Department of Women and Child Development for this beautiful event," said the Chief Minister in a post on X.

She wrote in another post, "The Delhi Secretariat is today illuminated by the sparkle of indigenous products and the self-reliance of hardworking women. The Women and Child Development Department organised a Diwali exhibition and fair in which women entrepreneurs and self-help groups from various areas of Delhi displayed their handmade products."

Visited each stall one by one, interacted with the women, and gathered information about their products. On this occasion, Cabinet colleague @KapilMishra and the department officials were present. This Diwali, all of you also adopt indigenous, decorate your homes with indigenous only, said the CM.

Earlier, Minister for Social Welfare Ravinder Indraj Singh and Water Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh held a review meeting with officials of the Delhi Jal Board on Thursday regarding ongoing sewer projects in Bawana.

During the meeting, Ravinder Indraj highlighted the hardships faced by residents of Begampur and Shahbad colonies due to delays in sewer projects.

Water Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh instructed Delhi Jal Board officials to complete the works expeditiously and with full quality compliance.

The Social Welfare Minister stated that the sewer projects under Shahbad GOC and Begampur GOC have not yet been completed.

Residents are suffering due to incomplete sewer lines, overflow, and unhygienic conditions. The delay in completion of these projects has also hindered other developmental works, such as roads, drains, and other essential civic infrastructure.

The Water Minister directed the Delhi Jal Board to expedite the pending work and to coordinate with DSIIDC for the timely repair of roads affected by the laying of sewer lines.

Regarding water supply in Bawana, the Social Welfare Minister discussed the current status of water allocation from Palla MBR to Bawana UGR, additional water supply plans for UGRs in Sectors 23, 29, and 36, distribution of water from the Bawana Water Treatment Plant Recycler Unit, the commissioning plan for Sector 36 Rohini UGR, and strategies to eliminate water deficiency in Sectors 23, 29, and 36.

Water Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh also directed the concerned officials to prepare necessary estimates and action plans to ensure adequate water supply in Bawana.

- IANS

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Rohit P
While I appreciate the Diwali fair, I wish the government showed the same urgency in fixing the sewer problems in Bawana. People are suffering with unhygienic conditions while we're talking about fairs. Both are important, but basic infrastructure should be priority.
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Sarah B
As someone who has attended these fairs before, the quality of handmade products is amazing! The diyas, rangoli colors, and decorative items are much better than Chinese imports. More power to our women entrepreneurs! 💪
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Arjun K
Good to see the focus on both women empowerment and infrastructure. The Diwali fair promotes local economy while the sewer project discussions show they're working on civic issues too. Hope the execution matches the announcements.
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Meera T
These women entrepreneurs are the real heroes! They balance family responsibilities while running small businesses. Government support through such fairs gives them the platform they deserve. Jai Hind! 🙏
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David E
The contrast between the Diwali celebration and the sewer problems is striking. While cultural events are important, I hope the water and sewer issues in Bawana get resolved quickly. No family should have to live in unhygienic conditions.
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Kavya N
Vocal for Local is not just a slogan - it's our responsibility as citizens

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