On Foundation Day, CM praises Delhi's diversity

Chief minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday hailed India’s diverse population coming together to form the Capital's melting-pot population, on the occasion of Delhi Foundation Day celebrations at the Red Fort.

- Gargi Shukla

Addressing the public as part of the “Meri Dilli Mera Desh Unity in Diversity” event, she said that the “ancient walls of the Red Fort” stood as a witness to Delhi's strength of diverse demography, which reflects “true Indian spirit”.

The Red Fort was lit up in an array of colours on the occasion, as public and elected representatives came together to mark the occasion.

“We all have come from different states and made Delhi our home, While we must continue to respect and love our native states, we should never forget that Delhi is also ours-- and this country is ours,” said CM Rekha Gupta. “Our commitment is to make Delhia clean, safe, cultural and globally leading capital in tourism,” she said.