Fatehpuri in Delhi, especially its Cloth Market and Ram
Bazaar Temple area, has always been a major hub of commercial activity. But on
June 5, the region witnessed a historic and public-welfare-centric event with
the organization of a special tax relief camp. This initiative was not just
another administrative formality – it was a significant step taken in the
interest of the people, bringing much-needed relief to the area’s business
community.The credit for this commendable initiative goes to senior
BJP leader Shri Gopal Garg, who has not only played an active role in the socio-religious
life of Fatehpuri over the years but has consistently prioritized the concerns
of local traders. Shri Garg’s effort was neither a political stunt nor a
publicity gimmick, but a grassroots-level initiative driven by a true spirit of
public service.
The event was guided and supported by popular MP Shri
Praveen Khandelwal, but the entire planning, coordination, and execution of the
camp was handled personally by Shri Gopal Garg.
The most remarkable aspect of this camp was the complete
waiver of all interest and penalties for traders who came forward to clear
their pending house tax dues. This decision acted as a relief package for those
traders who had long been burdened by the weight of unpaid taxes and the
complex interest structures.
The relief announcement encouraged a large turnout, with
people starting to arrive at the camp from 11 AM onwards. Shri Gopal Garg, who
has been deeply engaged with the social, religious, and commercial life of the
Fatehpuri area for decades, worked tirelessly and personally to ensure the
success of this camp.
Shri Gopal Garg believes that:“If public representatives
stop merely delivering speeches and start standing with the people on the
ground, real change in the system becomes possible.”
This tax camp was not a political show, but a genuine
attempt at public service. As the camp began, a large number of traders arrived
to clear their dues, clearly reflecting their trust in the initiative.
This event proved that when a public servant works with
sincerity and dedication, public trust is naturally awakened. Shri Gopal Garg’s
initiative emerged as an ideal example of how a political worker – even without
holding any official position – can still carry out impactful, large-scale
public welfare work under a sense of social responsibility.
His efforts stand as a true testament to public service,
and show that when public interest is placed above all, the outcomes are not
just effective – they are exemplary.