New Delhi: Delhi will now have an official emblem and tagline, which chief minister Rekha Gupta says will embody the nationwide capital’s id as “a metropolis of tradition, progress and people-first governance.”
The symbol and tagline are set to be unveiled on Saturday night on the Crimson Fort throughout the grand Delhi Basis Day celebrations.
In keeping with officers, the emblem will characterize Delhi’s distinctive character as India’s seat of energy—mixing its historic legacy with its fashionable aspirations. The brand new design is anticipated to combine motifs that replicate the town’s “plural id, democratic spirit and fast transformation into a worldwide metropolis.”
“This might be a defining second for Delhi. For many years, Delhi has been the face of India however lacked a proper id of its personal. This emblem and tagline will function lasting symbols of a clear, fashionable and people-centric administration,” CM Gupta mentioned forward of the occasion.
The disclosing marks the end result of a months-long course of that started shortly after Gupta assumed workplace. A design competitors hosted on the mygov.in portal acquired over 1,800 entries from throughout the nation. A particular committee chaired by the CM shortlisted a number of designs based mostly on creativity, symbolism, and resonance with Delhi’s id. The ultimate choice was made after detailed discussions involving ministers, senior officers, and design specialists.
“This emblem is not only a design. It’s Delhi’s signature and an emblem of its unity, variety, and dedication to guide India into the long run,” the CM mentioned.
Officers mentioned the brand new emblem will turn into the everlasting emblem of the Delhi authorities and might be used throughout all departments, official stationery, authorities buildings, and digital platforms.
The launch occasion at Crimson Fort this night will characteristic a cultural programme themed “Meri Dilli, Mera Gaurav,” with performances showcasing Delhi’s composite tradition, artwork, and structure. Senior ministers, diplomats, and cultural figures are anticipated to attend.
The celebration, organised by the directorate of training and sports activities in collaboration with the Delhi tourism division and the Authorities of the Nationwide Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi, can even pay tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, marking his one hundred and fiftieth delivery anniversary.
