Delhi Gets Project Approvals Worth INR 4,000 Crore, announces Smt. Rekha Gupta, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Delhi at PHDCCI’s 120 years celebration
PHDCCI is the foremost Chamber of Commerce which is honoured to have Smt. Rekha Gupta, address its members, post her assuming the office as the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Delhi. The Hon’ble CM shared that she has approved projects worth ₹4,000 crore for transformation of the National capital and she aims to set it as an example for the globe by transforming Delhi & make it an epitome of development , while speaking PHDCCI’s event celebrating 120 years of its legacy at PHD House, New Delhi.
On PHDCCI’s 120-year-old legacy, she appreciated the Chamber and said, that this is an institution that has consistently contributed through dialogue and action on how to take India’s industries forward. She urged the members to come forward and contribute towards Delhi’s development as that gives each one a golden chance to serve the Nation.
Hon’ble Chief Minister further emphasized that government support, policy, and infrastructure are the three key pillars for the growth of industry. And if we work on these areas, our industries can grow significantly. I’m hopeful that together we can make Delhi a world class city where any businessman can thrive, with real ease of doing business and strong government support. This will help in revenue and employment generation.
She also expressed her vision for revamping ISBTs, modernizing hospitals, and reforming the education system and discussed that we must plan not just for today, but for the future. The population density here is high, so we need to develop technologies that can help resolve these challenges.
She assured that the Delhi Government will act as a strong facilitator in making Delhi more beautiful and VIksit.
Shri Hemant Jain, President, PHDCCI informed that PHDCCI From 1905 has played a role in shaping India’s industrial policies, to the post-liberalization boom of the 1990s, where it facilitated global integration, it has been at the forefront of India’s economic narrative. It has adapted, innovated, and grown, from representing traditional industries to championing the cause of MSMEs, Startups, and emerging sectors like digital commerce, green energy, and advanced manufacturing
Shri Rajeev Juneja, Sr. Vice President, PHDCCI congratulated the Chief Minister on her new role and thanked her for attending a PHDCCI event in this capacity for the first time. “Your presence today signifies a new chapter of collaboration between industry and the government. As we celebrate 120 years of our legacy, we look forward to working closely with your leadership to create a stronger industrial ecosystem in Delhi and contribute to the vision of a Viksit Bharat,” he added.
Dr Ranjeet Mehta, CEO & SG, PHDCCI, proposed the formal vote of thanks.