Wed Feb 19 14:33:15 UTC 2025: ## BJP Announces रेखा गुप्ता as Delhi’s Chief Minister, Ending Days of Speculation
**New Delhi, [Date]** – After days of intense speculation, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has officially announced रेखा गुप्ता as the new Chief Minister of Delhi. The announcement, made late this evening following a meeting of BJP legislators, concludes a period of political maneuvering following the party’s recent victory in the Delhi Assembly elections.
The decision, reportedly proposed by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and accepted by the BJP, marks a significant moment for the party. प्रवेश वर्मा will serve as Deputy Chief Minister. विजेंद्र गुप्ता has been appointed as the Speaker of the Delhi Legislative Assembly.
Party observers रविशंकर प्रसाद and ओम प्रकाश धनखड़ held individual meetings with each BJP MLA before making the announcement. Sources suggest the BJP is aiming for a cabinet reflecting a combination of Dalit, Purvanchal, and Jat communities, and possibly including two Deputy Chief Ministers.
Ms. Gupta’s selection surprised many, ending weeks of speculation about potential candidates. Her mother-in-law expressed confidence in her capabilities to the media, highlighting her past work in the Shalimar Bagh area. Ms. Gupta herself stated that the BJP doesn’t have any contenders for the CM post and that she would work diligently if given the responsibility. She expressed optimism about a new chapter for Delhi under a BJP CM, focusing on development and empowerment of the people.
The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, February 20th, at 12:35 PM in Ramlila Maidan, with an anticipated attendance of 30,000 guests including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other dignitaries. Reports suggest six ministers may be sworn in alongside the Chief Minister.
The announcement ends a period of intense speculation and comes after BJP parliamentary observers met with several MLAs, including प्रवेश वर्मा and सतीश उपाध्याय. Reactions from opposition parties are expected soon, with AAP leader Gopal Rai already expressing surprise at the invitation cards being distributed before the announcement. The BJP’s decision ends the AAP’s seven year rule of the national capital.
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