On Thursday, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari held a rally in support of a BJP candidate in Nangloi Jat. He spoke about the advantages of having a “double engine” government, meaning a BJP government both at the Center and in Delhi. Gadkari claimed that this arrangement would speed up the city’s progress significantly, comparing it to a bullet train.
Promises for Delhi’s Future
Gadkari made bold promises regarding the upcoming assembly elections scheduled for February 5. He assured the audience that if the BJP wins, Delhi would be free from traffic jams and air pollution within five years. He stated, “I give you my promise. If you establish a BJP government, we will tackle these issues effectively.” He also mentioned plans to remove landfill sites and replace them with gardens and educational institutions.
Criticism of AAP Government
The minister criticized the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government for not addressing the water and pollution crises in Delhi. He expressed disappointment with their handling of these critical issues, particularly the Yamuna River’s cleanliness. Gadkari envisioned a future where Delhi and Agra would be connected via a clean Yamuna, allowing people to reach the Taj Mahal quickly.
Infrastructure Developments
Gadkari highlighted the ongoing infrastructure projects in Delhi, stating that significant investments are already underway. He mentioned that projects worth crores of rupees will be completed by December and that new projects worth Rs 35,000 crore will be initiated in the next four months. He projected that this amount could rise to Rs 1 lakh crore in the upcoming year.
Traffic and Pollution Solutions
During his address, Gadkari pointed out that 40 percent of Delhi’s pollution is caused by vehicles. He discussed the government’s plan to transition from fossil fuels to ethanol, aiming to empower farmers by making them fuel providers as well.
Commitment to Clean Delhi
Gadkari expressed his commitment to making Delhi cleaner and greener. He mentioned plans for 800 hectares of open green spaces to improve air quality, although he noted that the Delhi government had not yet approved these initiatives. His message was clear: the BJP is determined to improve Delhi’s environment and overall living conditions.
Key Points from Nitin Gadkari’s Rally
Topic |
Details |
Double Engine Government |
Modi government at the Center and BJP in Delhi will enhance progress 10 times faster. |
Promises for Delhi |
Free Delhi from traffic jams and air pollution within five years. |
Landfill Sites |
Commitment to remove landfill sites and create gardens and educational institutions. |
Water and Pollution Crisis |
Accusation of AAP government’s failure to address these issues and commitment to clean Yamuna. |
Infrastructure Investment |
Ongoing projects worth crores, with new projects worth Rs 35,000 crore to be initiated. |
Travel Improvements |
Travel from Delhi to Mumbai in just 12 hours by December. |
Vehicle Pollution |
40% of Delhi’s pollution is due to vehicles; commitment to stop fossil fuel use. |
Green Spaces |
Plan for 800 hectares of open green areas for clean air, pending approval from Delhi government. |
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