Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Honours COVID Frontline Workers, Extends Financial Aid

The family of Delhi Police Traffic Unit ASI Radhey Shyam, who died in the line of duty, was also provided financial assistance of Rs 1 crore.

Reflecting on their role during the pandemic, Gupta said frontline workers placed duty above everything else and dedicated themselves to ensuring the safety of Delhi’s residents.

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Chief Minister Rekha Gupta met the families of frontline workers who lost their lives during the COVID-19 pandemic, paying tribute to their service and sacrifice.

कोरोना काल में हमारे फ्रंटलाइन वर्कर्स ने कर्तव्य को सर्वोपरि रखते हुए दिल्लीवासियों की सुरक्षा के लिए अपना सर्वस्व अर्पित कर दिया।

आज उनके परिवारों से मिलकर विनम्र श्रद्धांजलि अर्पित की। 6 परिवारों को वर्षों से लंबित एक-एक करोड़ रुपये की सहायता राशि सौंपी और यह विश्वास दिलाया… pic.twitter.com/fL96xp8l3O

— Rekha Gupta (@gupta_rekha) April 1, 2026

Reflecting on their role during the pandemic, Gupta said frontline workers placed duty above everything else and dedicated themselves to ensuring the safety of Delhi’s residents.

Rs 1 Crore Assistance To Families

The Chief Minister handed over financial assistance of Rs 1 crore each to six families, with the support having been pending for years. She assured them that the government stands firmly with them in every situation with “honor, empathy, and resolve.”

Support To Delhi Police Personnel’s Family

An additional Rs 1 crore was provided to the family of Delhi Police Traffic Unit ASI Radhey Shyam, who died in the line of duty.

‘A Symbol Of Resolve’

Gupta said that while no compensation can make up for such an irreparable loss, the assistance stands as a symbol of the government’s unwavering resolve. She added that the sacrifice of these “karma yogis” will always be remembered and that Delhi will remain grateful to them.