Rekha Gupta, a first-time MLA from Shalimar Bagh, has been chosen as Delhi's chief minister by the BJP, making her the fourth woman to hold the position. She aims to fulfill BJP's commitments to Delhi and is supported by party leaders. Gupta's appointment highlights the party's focus on women empowerment.
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