New Delhi, Sep 25 (PTI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday directed officials to carry out urgent repairs and intensified cleaning in Chandni Chowk, stressing that the historic market must remain consistently clean during the festive season.
During an inspection after taking part in a voluntary labour programme under the ‘Swachhta Hi Seva’ campaign, Gupta pointed out broken grilles, damaged roads, cracked pavements and broken dustbins, and instructed officials to repair them immediately.
She participated in voluntary labour from the historic Digambar Jain Lal Mandir in Chandni Chowk to the Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib. She swept the streets and disposed of waste in bins.
The CM also ordered the removal of road encroachments, repairs to street lights, tree plantation on dividers and removal of illegal banners and posters, said an official statement.
Emphasising the need for continuous upkeep, Gupta said cleaning in the market should be carried out twice daily–early morning and in the afternoon. She announced she would personally inspect Chandni Chowk again before Diwali to review arrangements.
The CM appealed to shopkeepers to maintain the cleanliness of their shops and surrounding areas and to ensure that their staff are aware of their responsibilities.
She said that while the government and administration are working diligently, the city cannot remain beautiful and clean unless citizens themselves act responsibly.
Expressing concern over litter, scattered betel nut residue, and dirt in public areas, she said that preventing such behaviour is not just a legal issue, but a social responsibility. She urged residents to discourage such actions among each other and contribute collectively to making Delhi clean and beautiful. PTI SLB NB NB
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