**Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Celebrates International Yoga Day by the Yamuna**
On Saturday, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta marked International Yoga Day with a yoga session on the banks of the Yamuna River, using the occasion to criticize former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. Gupta emphasized her administration’s commitment to cleaning the river, contrasting it with the previous Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government’s inaction. “The Yamuna River is a symbol of our faith, yet it has been neglected by past governments. The AAP did not take steps to clean it, but in the four months since we took office, we have made significant progress,” she stated.
Gupta highlighted the ongoing efforts to restore the river’s health, stating, “Soon, there will be cruises operating here, and we are employing new technology for the first time to clean the river. Our goal is to ensure that every drop of water entering the Yamuna is clean.” She also mentioned that students participated in yoga on boats, envisioning a future where cruises will navigate the revitalized river.
In her remarks, Gupta criticized the AAP for associating yoga with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and not celebrating the day adequately. “If they link yoga to Prime Minister Modi, what can we do? It seems they have distanced themselves from the capital after witnessing the BJP’s governance,” she remarked.
The Delhi government organized events at 11 locations to celebrate International Yoga Day, with participation from ministers, MLAs, and BJP MPs, showcasing a united front in promoting health and wellness through yoga.
**FAQ**
**What initiatives is the Delhi government taking to clean the Yamuna River?**
The Delhi government is implementing new technologies and strategies to clean the Yamuna River, aiming to ensure that any water entering the river is clean, and plans to introduce cruises along the river as part of its revitalization efforts.
