New Delhi, Oct. 28 -- Months after their mass wedding, 51 newlywed women received financial assistance of Rs 1 lakh each from Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday, along with Karwa Chauth kits to mark their first festival after marriage.
The cheques and kits were distributed at Mukhyamantri Janseva Sadan. The women had tied the knot at a mass wedding ceremony organised by the Ladli Foundation in March. The assistance was extended to mark their first Karwa Chauth following the weddings.
During the interaction, Gupta congratulated the women and enquired about their families and married lives. She also listened to their experiences and assured them that they could approach her if they faced difficulties.
"I stand with every daughter of Delhi as her elder sister. Do not panic when faced with any difficulty; speak openly about your concerns," the Chief Minister said, assuring them that their problems would be heard with sensitivity.
Gupta encouraged the women to pursue their ambitions, build independent identities and work towards becoming self-reliant. She said their dignity, safety and well-being were important, and urged them to move ahead in life with confidence. The financial assistance follows the mass wedding ceremony held earlier this year and is intended to support the beneficiaries as they begin their
married lives. The Karwa Chauth kits were also distributed as part of the initiative to mark the occasion.
Appreciating the Ladli Foundation's efforts, the Chief Minister said supporting women at important stages of their lives could provide reassurance to them and their families. She emphasised the importance of ensuring that women feel respected and supported when dealing with personal or family-related challenges.
The interaction also provided an opportunity for the beneficiaries to share their concerns directly with the Chief Minister. Gupta reiterated her assurance that they should not hesitate to seek support when facing difficult circumstances.
Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Millennium Post.