New Delhi: Delhi Chief Minister- designate Rekha Gupta will take her oath of office on Thursday. Ahead of oath-taking ceremony, she announced plans to turn the bungalow, previously the residence of ex-Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, into a museum. BJP often referred to this residence as ‘Sheesh Mahal’ due to its extravagant renovations.
Speaking to NDTV, Gupta expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and assured citizens that she would fulfill all the promises made by him. “We will make Sheesh Mahal a museum and keep every promise made by PM Modi. I thank him for choosing me for this position,” she said.
#WATCH | On asking if she will stay in the ‘Sheesh Mahal’ after the oath ceremony, Delhi CM designate Rekha Gupta says, “Nahi, Nahi…” pic.twitter.com/BSIQjgMikM
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Rekha Gupta promises honesty and transparency
Delhi Chief Minister-designate Rekha Gupta pledged to bring honesty and transparency to her administration. In her first remarks as CM-designate, she expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP leadership for their trust in her.
“It is a miracle, it is a new motivation and a new chapter. If I can be the CM, this means ways are open for all the women… Anyone who has been corrupt will have to give an account of each and every rupee,” she said, highlighting her commitment to accountability.
#WATCH | Delhi CM designate Rekha Gupta says, “It is a huge responsibility. I thank PM Modi and BJP high command for having faith in me… I will fulfil my responsibility with utmost honesty… My first priority is to complete all the commitments our party has made, and the… pic.twitter.com/kkGVAL7nq5
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Acknowledging the weight of her new role, Gupta called it a “huge responsibility” and vowed to serve with dedication. “I thank PM Modi and BJP high command for having faith in me… I will fulfil my responsibility with utmost honesty… My first priority is to complete all the commitments our party has made, and the second priority is that all our 48 MLAs will work as a team Modi. I never thought I would be a CM of Delhi,” she added.
Taking aim at the previous administration, Gupta promised to ensure that the former government is held accountable. “The previous corrupt government would have to give the account of each rupee belonging to the people,” she said.
Row over Sheesh Mahal
The bungalow at 6 Flagstaff Road, which spans over 40,000 square yards, became a political controversy due to its luxurious renovations. Arvind Kejriwal, who lived there from 2015 to October 2024, faced criticism from the BJP for alleged misuse of funds. He vacated the property after resigning as Chief Minister last year.
A report by the Central Public Works Department (CPWD) released in October 2024 revealed details of costly renovations and high-end appliances installed in the bungalow. Last week, the Centre ordered a detailed probe into alleged violations of building norms during its reconstruction.
