Government exchequer left empty by previous regime, says Delhi CM Rekha Gupta

Ahead of the assembly polls, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) had promised a monthly aid of ₹2,500 for women from “poor families” under the ‘Mahila Samriddhi Yojana’ and ₹21,000 for pregnant women in its Delhi election manifesto.

“The situation left behind by the previous government is such that when we review the financial status with officials, the public exchequer appears completely empty. The Mahila Samriddhi Yojana is a regular feature for the people of Delhi, a continuous effort for our sisters, and we will introduce it among the public with detailed planning,” said Rekha Gupta while addressing a press conference.

She also said that all MLAs would take oath during the first session of the Delhi government. The Speaker and Deputy Speaker would be elected, while the pro tem speakers would be sworn in by the lieutenant governor on Monday.