Chief Minister Rekha Gupta attends the 8th North East Students’ Festival held at Talkatora Stadium

New Delhi, Oct 2025 : Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta today attended the 8th North East Students’ Festival (NESt Fest 2025) held at Talkatora Stadium. On this occasion, former Army Chief and Hon’ble Governor of Mizoram Mr. V.K. Singh, former BJP National Secretary and founder of My Home India Mr. Sunil Deodhar, along with other distinguished dignitaries, were also present.

Addressing the youth present at the event, the Chief Minister said that the essence of entire India is contained within the three words “My Home India.” She praised the rich culture, traditions, and natural beauty of the North Eastern states.

Appreciating the culture, traditions, and natural splendor of the North Eastern states, the Chief Minister said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the North East is now firmly connected to the mainstream of the nation. Facilities like roads, railways, airports, colleges, and IITs have now reached the North Eastern states. The states which were once called the “last end” of the country are now referred to as the “beginning of the nation.”

The Chief Minister assured the North East students and youth residing in Delhi that Delhi is also their own home and the Delhi Government stands firmly with them for their safety, education, and future. She announced that in the coming years, the North East Students’ Festival will be organized on an even grander scale with the support of the Delhi Government.

The Chief Minister praised the traditional attire, sarees, and diverse cultural colors of the North Eastern states and said that every state of India is a symbol of its unique beauty and pride. She extended her best wishes to all the youth and assured that the Delhi Government will always stand with them.