Congress leader Alka Lamba congratulated Rekha Gupta on becoming the newly elected Chief Minister of Delhi, expressing hope for a cleaner Yamuna and improved women's safety. Rekha Gupta, chosen as BJP’s legislative leader, will take the oath tomorrow at Ramlila Maidan.
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