By The Delhi Assembly is set to commence its Budget Session today at 11 AM, marking the beginning of an important phase in the state’s financial planning and governance. This session is particularly significant as it will witness the first budget presentation by the newly formed Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government, scheduled for March 25.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta is expected to put forward a motion for the election of financial committees, which will play a crucial role in shaping the state’s economic strategies. As per the official agenda, she will propose that members of the House elect nine representatives each to serve in the Committee on Public Accounts, Committee on Estimates, and Committee on Government Undertakings, as per the stipulations of Rules 192(2), 194(2), and 196(2) of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the Delhi Assembly.
Additionally, Deputy Speaker Mohan Singh Bisht and MLA Om Prakash Sharma will present the first report of the Business Advisory Committee, offering insights into the assembly’s legislative priorities. Furthermore, legislators Sanjay Goyal and Poonam Sharma will submit the first report of the Committee on Private Members’ Bills, providing a roadmap for upcoming legislative initiatives.
Key Highlights of the Delhi Assembly Budget Session
This Budget Session holds historical significance as it follows the 2025 Delhi Assembly election, in which the BJP reclaimed power in the capital after a gap of 27 years. It also marks an essential phase for the government, which is set to lay the foundation for its policies and development strategies.
Among the crucial documents to be tabled is the third Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report, which focuses on the operations of the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC). According to an official statement from the Delhi Assembly Secretariat, this report will be formally presented in the House today.
This follows the tabling of two previous CAG reports by the BJP government, which scrutinized the now-repealed excise policy and the healthcare sector in the capital. Those reports were discussed during the assembly session held last month.
Addressing Key Civic Issues
In addition to financial matters, the session will continue deliberations on pressing civic issues, particularly concerning water supply, waterlogging, sewage blockages, and drain desilting across Delhi. Legislators Surya Prakash Khatri, Mohan Singh Bisht, and Raj Kumar Bhatia will resume discussions initiated on March 3, 2025, aiming to address and resolve these longstanding infrastructure concerns.
The assembly’s proceedings will commence with the rendition of the National Song, Vande Mataram, followed by a sequence of critical legislative discussions and reports.
Question Hour and Special Mentions
During the Question Hour, members of the House will pose starred questions to respective departments, who will provide responses on the floor. Additionally, unstarred questions will be formally documented for future discussions.
Another crucial segment of the session is the Special Mention (Rule-280), where legislators will be allowed to bring urgent matters to the House’s attention with the Chair’s permission. This provision ensures that immediate concerns receive the necessary legislative attention and discussion.
Electing Financial Committees
One of the central events of the day will be Chief Minister Rekha Gupta’s motion to elect nine members each to the three financial oversight committees—Public Accounts, Estimates, and Government Undertakings. These committees are instrumental in ensuring the accountability and transparency of the government’s financial policies and expenditure.
The selection of members to these committees will significantly influence Delhi’s fiscal management and economic decision-making. Given the BJP’s return to power, this election will also serve as an opportunity for the ruling party to reinforce its commitment to financial prudence and governance.
Legislative Roadmap and Duration of the Session
The Budget Session will serve as a crucial platform for discussions on financial allocations, policy reforms, and governance strategies. Lawmakers are expected to debate a range of issues affecting Delhi’s residents, from infrastructure and public services to economic growth and development.
The session is tentatively scheduled to run from March 24 to March 28, 2025. However, provisions have been made to extend the discussions if required, allowing sufficient time for comprehensive deliberations on budgetary allocations and policy measures.
Significance of the Budget Session
This session is a vital event in the legislative calendar, setting the tone for governance and financial planning in the National Capital Territory of Delhi. Given the BJP’s recent electoral victory, the government is expected to use this opportunity to lay out its vision and priorities for the coming years.
With the presentation of the budget, discussions on infrastructure, and the tabling of significant audit reports, the coming days will be crucial in shaping Delhi’s administrative and financial landscape. The proceedings will reflect the government’s policy direction and commitment to addressing the city’s most pressing challenges.
