Delhi is no longer defined solely as the administrative capital—it is steadily emerging as a vibrant centre of India’s living cultural consciousness. Over the past year, the scale, dignity and collective participation with which festivals were celebrated have given the Capital a renewed cultural identity.
Under the leadership of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, the Delhi Government ensured that faith, tradition and cultural heritage were not confined to symbolic events, but were transformed into safe, clean and dignified public experiences. The development of well-planned, illuminated and hygienic model Chhath ghats along the Yamuna and across the city during the sacred festival of Chhath Puja stands as a powerful example.
In the same spirit, the grand celebrations of Teej, Kanwar Yatra, Ramleela performances, the first-ever Diwali festival at Kartavya Path and the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji sent a clear message—Delhi is preserving its cultural heritage while embracing modernity.
The confluence of folk music, dance, devotion, cleanliness and technology has transformed festivals in Delhi into more than religious observances—they have become celebrations of social unity and cultural pride. The Chief Minister’s personal presence among devotees further reinforced a spirit of participation, respect and shared faith.