Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Urges Youth to Use Talent for Nation-Building
Chief Minister calls on young people to move beyond social media, pursue innovation and research, and warns against what she describes as “Urban Naxalism.”
NEW DELHI, August 16, 2026: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta urged young people to use their creativity, ideas and skills for nation-building rather than limiting themselves to social media.
Speaking at the Delhi government's Independence Day function at Chhatrasal Stadium, Gupta described the country's youth as the “Amrit generation” and said their talent would be central to India's development journey.
CALL TO YOUNG PEOPLE
Gupta encouraged young people to turn their ideas towards start-ups, innovation, research and public service.
She said youth should use their ability to question constructively, their creativity for innovation and their skills in ways that contribute to the country's progress.
WARNING OVER “URBAN NAXALISM”
The Chief Minister also cautioned young people against what she described as “Urban Naxalism.”
She alleged that the phenomenon represents an internal challenge for India and accused those associated with it of insulting the country and its armed forces.
These remarks represent Gupta's political assessment and allegations; the source material does not provide an independent basis establishing the claim.
DELHI AND VIKSIT BHARAT
Gupta said Delhi is taking steps to contribute to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of “Viksit Bharat.”
She said the city's development model could potentially serve as a benchmark for other cities and states.
According to the Chief Minister, Delhi's youth will play an important role in taking forward the city's contribution to the national development agenda.
GOVERNMENT'S DEVELOPMENT AGENDA
Gupta highlighted several initiatives undertaken by her government over the past 18 months, including measures focused on:
Women's empowerment
Healthcare
Education
Pollution reduction
Promoting electric vehicles
Cleaning the Yamuna
Removing three major garbage dumps
She said Delhi's goal was to take the lead in India's development journey through an approach focused on an active, attentive and well-managed capital.
INDEPENDENCE DAY CEREMONY
The Chief Minister unfurled the National Flag during the Independence Day function.
A ceremonial parade was also held, with contingents from the Delhi Police, Fire Services, NCC and Delhi government schools taking part.
KEY POINTS
Rekha Gupta urged youth to use their talents for nation-building.
She asked young people to explore start-ups, innovation, research and public service.
She cautioned youth against what she called “Urban Naxalism.”
Gupta linked Delhi's development agenda with the Viksit Bharat vision.
She highlighted initiatives involving women, healthcare, education, EVs, pollution and the Yamuna.
A ceremonial parade was held at Chhatrasal Stadium.
