Delhi CM Rekha Gupta honors COVID-19 heroes, gives ₹1 crore to families of martyred employees

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta awards ₹1 crore each to families of 11 government employees who died during COVID-19, honoring their sacrifice and service. The gesture underscores the government’s commitment to compassion, respect, and the ‘People First’ policy.

New Delhi: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta handed over checks of Rs. 1 crore each to the families of 11 government employees who lost their lives during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Speaking on the occasion, she stated that this financial assistance is not merely compensation but a symbol of the government's respect and gratitude for the courage, service, and sacrifice of these brave employees.

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The Chief Minister said that these employees, whether doctors, nurses, sanitation workers, or paramedics, all served the public without caring for their lives during the most difficult times of the pandemic.

Their selfless service and courage will forever live in the hearts of the people and will teach future generations the values ​​of duty, dedication, and compassion.

जो संकट के समय दिल्ली का सहारा बने, आज वही दिल्ली उनके परिवारों का संबल बनी है। pic.twitter.com/A99UO0CMJS

— Rekha Gupta (@gupta_rekha) October 11, 2025

She also emphasized that while no government can fully alleviate such grief, it is the government's responsibility to provide all possible assistance to these families.

Corners previous government

CM Rekha Gupta, targeting the previous Kejriwal government, said that the legal rights of these families were ignored for many years. While the entire world was confined to their homes, these Corona warriors remained on duty in their respective departments.

But their respect and financial security are now being granted, albeit late. She said that this government is committed to giving due recognition to their courage and sacrifice.

Families of employees receiving assistance

Delhi Social Welfare Minister Ravinder Inderaj Singh was also present at the event. The families of the employees who received this assistance include V. Nangthanlian (Department of Trade and Taxes), Raj Bala Garg (GTB Hospital), Babita (CBPACS), and Rohan Joshi (MCD), as well as the families of Dr. Ravindra Kumar Goyal (DGHS), Aniyamma Reji (MAMC), Biswajit Das (DTC), Rajesh Kumar (Department of Education), Dr. Naveen Ram (BSF), Dr. Vijay Singh Rajan (BSF), and Arun Sood (DHS).

COVID-19 was more than a health crisis

CM Rekha Gupta said that COVID-19 was not just a health crisis but also a personal tragedy for millions of families. It is our responsibility to pay tribute to those who lost their lives in this pandemic and served the public.

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This financial assistance is not compensation but a symbol of the Delhi government's compassion, solidarity, and commitment to serving the public. The Chief Minister stated that the Delhi Government has always remembered the example of humanity and dedication set by these employees during the pandemic.