Thu Feb 20 23:54:01 UTC 2025: ## BJP’s Rekha Gupta Sworn in as Delhi’s Fourth Woman Chief Minister
**New Delhi, February 20, 2025** – In a major political upset, the BJP’s Rekha Gupta was sworn in as Delhi’s Chief Minister today, marking the party’s return to power in the national capital after a 27-year absence. The ceremony at Ramlila Maidan was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and several BJP Chief Ministers from across the country, highlighting the party’s significant victory.
Gupta, a first-time MLA who won the Shalimar Bagh constituency with over 29,000 votes, becomes Delhi’s fourth female Chief Minister, following Sushma Swaraj, Sheila Dikshit, and Atishi. Her cabinet also took oath today.
The swearing-in ceremony was a grand affair, attended by high-profile BJP leaders including Rajnath Singh, JP Nadda, and Dharmendra Pradhan, as well as Deputy Chief Ministers from various states. A subsequent NDA alliance meeting was held, further emphasizing the BJP’s nationwide strength.
In an interview, Gupta attributed her appointment to Prime Minister Modi’s vision of women’s empowerment, stating that the decision to choose a middle-class woman reflects the party’s commitment to inclusivity. She also vowed to hold the previous AAP government accountable for its financial dealings.
Gupta’s appointment followed a landslide BJP victory in the February 5th Assembly elections, ending the Aam Aadmi Party’s decade-long rule. Her selection, announced 11 days after the election, came after speculation about several other potential candidates.
The BJP’s campaign heavily focused on women’s empowerment, promising financial aid and pension schemes aimed at securing the women’s vote. This strategy proved successful, ultimately leading to the historic victory.
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