Delhi CM Rekha Gupta stops car after seeing man toss roti on street; Watch video here

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday urged citizens to refrain from throwing food on roads and encouraged responsible feeding of animals to ensure road safety and prevent traffic disruptions.

While inspecting parts of the city, CM Gupta came across a man tossing a chapati onto the street. She halted her car and personally requested him not to repeat such actions.

"I saw someone throwing chapatis on the road, possibly to feed stray cows. I stopped and gently asked him not to do that again," she said.




Gupta emphasised that 'chapati' is more than just food, it's a symbol of tradition and respect in Indian culture. "Throwing it on the road not only disrespects the food but also puts both animals and people at risk," she added.

The chief minister said that stray cows and other animals are drawn to roads in search of food, which can cause traffic disruption and increase the risk of accidents.

"If you wish to feed animals, please do so at designated shelters or goshalas. This reflects our compassion, responsibility, and cultural values," she said.

Gupta urged all Delhi residents to refrain from throwing 'chapatis' or any kind of food on the roads.

"While traveling in the capital today, I saw a man throw bread from his car onto the road - presumably to feed a cow. I stopped the car and requested the man to please not do it again. Roti is not just food for us, it is a symbol of our culture, faith and respect. Throwing roti on the road forces cows and other animals to come there to eat, which not only endangers their lives but also endangers the safety of people and vehicles walking on the road. Food should not be disrespected. If you want to feed animals, please do so at a Gaushala or a designated place. This is a sign of our sensitivity, responsibility and values," she wrote on X.

Gupta also asked all Delhiites to avoid throwing roti or any food on the roads, encouraging them to feed animals with care while maintaining road safety.

"I appeal to all Delhiites: Do not throw roti or any food on the road. Feed animals lovingly but responsibly. Respect your culture and keep your roads safe. #RoadSafety," she added in the post.

Meanwhile, earlier today, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta extended greetings on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti and offered prayers at Sankat Mochan Dham, Siddh Hanuman Mandir in Karol Bagh on Saturday.

"All over the country, people are excited and celebrating Hanuman Jayanti.

From Ram Navami to Hanuman Jayanti, the people are organising events. I am fortunate that today, as Chief Minister of Delhi, I stand with you in your happiness and sorrow and Baba's (Hanumanji) grace. Together, we have to make Delhi a better city. We will continue to do this work. With the blessings of Narendra Modi ji, Delhi will move forward. My best congratulations to all of you on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti," Rekha Gupta told reporters.