NEW DELHI: Delhi Chief Minister, Rekha Gupta, on Tuesday dismissed rumours surrounding the 'Saheli Pink Card' scheme, asserting that the initiative for women commuters is functioning "100 per cent” efficiently and without any issues.
In a post on X, the Chief Minister launched a sharp attack on her political opponents, alleging that they were uncomfortable with initiatives aimed at empowering women. “They are bothered by girls riding bicycles — how will the ‘Saheli Pink Card’ ever appeal to them?” she said, taking a swipe at the AAP.
Gupta reiterated that the Pink Saheli Card scheme is operating smoothly and continues to benefit women across the national Capital. “The Pink Saheli Card is working perfectly. It offers free rides. Just tap. Travel without worry, ” she said in her post.
In a video message accompanying her statement, the Chief Minister addressed what she termed as “false propaganda” being circulated about the scheme. She claimed that certain political elements are deliberately spreading rumours to create confusion among women users of the card.