India, Feb. 20 -- Chief minister Rekha Gupta and lieutenant governor (LG) VK Saxena inaugurated 25 new Atal Canteens in the Capital on Thursday, taking the total number of canteens in the city to 71.

The facilities were digitally launched from Nursery Basti in Krishna Nagar.

Addressing the gathering, the LG said that the launch marked an important milestone for Delhi. "The scheme has been particularly helpful for economically weaker sections, migrant workers, students who have come to Delhi for education, rickshaw pullers, sanitation workers, domestic helpers and daily wage labourers," Saxena said.

Meanwhile, CM Gupta said the canteens were dedicated to those who work hard every day to support their families. "The scheme goes beyond me...