A first-time MLA from Shalimar Bagh in the city's northwest, Ms Gupta has been viewed by many as a surprise pick by the BJP, which had two-time ex-Lok Sabha MP Parvesh Verma on the shortlist.

The oath was administered by Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena. Following this, the election of the Speaker will take place at 2 pm.

The BJP has named Rekha Gupta as Delhi’s new Chief Minister. A seasoned BJP leader, Gupta has held key roles in student politics, municipal governance, and party leadership. She will take the oath on February 20.

Rekha Gupta is the first time MLA from Shalimar Bagh. The BJP has returned to power in Delhi after over 27 years, ending the 10-year rule of the Arvind Kejriwal-led AAP.

Rekha Gupta was sworn in as Delhi's Chief Minister, marking a significant milestone for women in Indian politics. The event was attended by BJP's top leaders, with PM Modi emphasizing a vision of accountability and transparency.

Rekha Gupta took oath as Delhi's new Chief Minister, leading BJP's return to power after 27 years. PM Modi, top leaders attend grand swearing-in ceremony at Ramlila Maidan.

After chairing her first Cabinet meeting, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced the allocation of ministerial portfolios. Gupta will personally handle key departments, including General Administration,

Pushkar Singh Dhami, Uttarakhand's Chief Minister, met Delhi's newly elected Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. Gupta, BJP's ninth overall, and fourth female CM of Delhi, was congratulated post a victorious election,