Delhi Metro launches drive against wall vandalism, CM backs it
In a statement issued by the Chief Minister's Office, Gupta said, 'The Delhi Metro is the pride of our Capital. It is everyone's responsibility to keep it clean and beautiful.' Taking a stand against wall defacement, Gupta said, the campaign would continue with full force, and all government departments have been directed to act in coordination, with joint accountability established.
Under enforcement measures, a special monitoring team has been formed to keep watch on metro structures. The CM's Office said the government is also holding departments like PWD, MCD, and NDMC jointly accountable to prevent blame-games. 'Every department and officer will now be held accountable,' Gupta said. 'We want Delhi Metro to be more than just a means of transport—we want it to be a place where people can experience beauty and cleanliness.'
She also appealed to the public to support the campaign and avoid damaging metro property. 'Delhi belongs to all of us. Keeping it clean and beautiful is our shared responsibility,' Gupta said
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