Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched the ‘Sahkar Se Samriddhi – Cooperative Week 2026’ awareness campaign, marking the beginning of a week-long initiative aimed at strengthening the cooperative movement and encouraging greater public participation in cooperative institutions across the national capital. The campaign, organised by the Delhi Government’s Department of Cooperation, commemorates five years since the establishment of the Union Ministry of Cooperation and seeks to promote the role of cooperatives in fostering economic empowerment, self-reliance, and community development.
The inaugural programme, held at the Delhi Secretariat, was attended by Cooperation Minister Ravinder Indraj Singh, Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa, Minister Ashish Sood, senior government officials, and representatives of various cooperative societies. During the event, the Chief Minister flagged off a specially designed Cooperative Awareness Van that will travel across different parts of Delhi to educate citizens about the benefits of the cooperative sector and encourage wider public participation.
Officials said the campaign will continue until July 6 and feature a series of awareness drives, seminars, community outreach programmes, street plays, quiz competitions, and environmental initiatives across the city.
Week-Long Campaign to Promote Cooperative Movement
The Delhi government has designed Cooperative Week 2026 as a comprehensive public awareness initiative aimed at bringing the cooperative movement closer to citizens.
Throughout the week, programmes will be organised across various parts of the city to educate people about the functioning of cooperative institutions and their contribution to economic and social development.
The campaign includes seminars, panel discussions, awareness rallies, community engagement activities, digital outreach programmes, street plays, and online as well as offline quiz competitions.
Officials believe these initiatives will encourage more citizens to become members of cooperative societies and utilise cooperative institutions as instruments of financial inclusion and community empowerment.
Cooperative Awareness Van Flagged Off
One of the major highlights of the inauguration was the launch of the Cooperative Awareness Van by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta.
The specially designed vehicle will travel to different districts and neighbourhoods across Delhi, disseminating information about the objectives, services, and benefits offered by cooperative institutions.
Authorities said the outreach vehicle will conduct public awareness campaigns, distribute educational material, and interact directly with residents to increase understanding of cooperative activities.
Street plays and public awareness programmes were also organised within the Delhi Secretariat premises as part of the launch event, symbolising the government’s effort to make the campaign accessible to people from all walks of life.
CM Highlights Vision of ‘Sahkar Se Samriddhi’
Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said cooperation is not merely an economic model but an important instrument of social participation, collective development, and self-reliance.
She stated that the Delhi government is committed to taking Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘Sahkar Se Samriddhi’ to every citizen by strengthening cooperative institutions and encouraging wider public participation.
The Chief Minister expressed confidence that Cooperative Week 2026 would inspire more people to join cooperative societies and actively contribute to both economic and social development.
She emphasised that a vibrant cooperative sector can play a vital role in creating inclusive growth while strengthening local communities and promoting shared prosperity.
Government Focuses on Modernising Cooperative Institutions
Speaking during the event, Cooperation Minister Ravinder Indraj Singh highlighted the Delhi government’s efforts to modernise cooperative institutions through technology-driven governance and greater transparency.
According to the minister, digital services, improved accountability, and efficient administrative practices are being introduced to strengthen the cooperative sector and make it more responsive to citizens’ needs.
Officials stated that modern governance systems would help cooperative institutions deliver better services while expanding their role in supporting economic development and financial inclusion.
The government believes that strengthening cooperatives will contribute significantly to sustainable community development across Delhi.
Public Participation at the Centre of the Campaign
The primary objective of Cooperative Week 2026 is to encourage greater public involvement in cooperative institutions.
Authorities have planned extensive awareness programmes aimed at informing residents about the advantages of joining cooperative societies involved in sectors such as housing, banking, agriculture, consumer services, and credit.
Officials noted that cooperatives have historically played an important role in empowering communities through collective ownership, democratic participation, and equitable distribution of benefits.
The campaign seeks to build greater awareness among citizens regarding these opportunities while encouraging wider engagement with the cooperative movement.
Public participation is expected to remain the central focus of all activities organised during the week.
Environmental Conservation Integrated Into Campaign
Environmental sustainability has also been incorporated into Cooperative Week 2026.
As part of the initiative, the Delhi government has announced a large-scale tree plantation programme targeting nearly 10,000 saplings across locations including Narela, Dwarka, Rohini, and other parts of the capital.
Officials said integrating environmental conservation with community participation reflects the government’s broader approach towards sustainable development.
The plantation drive is expected to involve cooperative institutions, government departments, volunteers, and local residents working together to improve Delhi’s green cover.
The initiative also seeks to promote environmental awareness alongside economic and social development.
Technology and Transparency Receive Emphasis
The Delhi government has reiterated its commitment to making cooperative institutions more transparent, accountable, and technologically advanced.
Officials believe that adopting digital platforms and modern governance practices will improve operational efficiency while making cooperative services more accessible to citizens.
Technology-enabled administration is expected to strengthen financial management, enhance service delivery, and improve public confidence in cooperative institutions.
The government also plans to promote digital literacy within the cooperative sector to ensure that institutions remain equipped to meet future challenges.
These efforts align with the broader objective of creating citizen-centric and transparent governance systems.
Cooperative Sector Seen as Driver of Inclusive Growth
Government officials described the cooperative sector as an important instrument for achieving inclusive and balanced economic development.
Cooperatives provide opportunities for collective entrepreneurship, financial inclusion, employment generation, and community participation across diverse sectors.
Officials observed that stronger cooperative institutions can support small entrepreneurs, farmers, consumers, and local communities while reducing socio-economic disparities.
The campaign aims to encourage more citizens to participate in cooperatives as a means of achieving both individual prosperity and broader community development.
Authorities believe that strengthening the cooperative movement will contribute to the long-term vision of a self-reliant and developed India.
Campaign to Conclude on July 6
The week-long programme will conclude on July 6 with a special closing ceremony honouring outstanding cooperative institutions, winners of competitions organised during the campaign, and individuals who have made significant contributions to the cooperative sector.
Officials stated that recognising exemplary performance will encourage greater innovation and public participation within the cooperative movement.
The concluding event is also expected to review the impact of the awareness campaign and reaffirm the government’s commitment to strengthening cooperative institutions across Delhi.
Strengthening Cooperation for Inclusive Development
The launch of ‘Sahkar Se Samriddhi – Cooperative Week 2026’ marks another important step in the Delhi government’s efforts to strengthen the cooperative movement and expand public participation in community-based economic development. Through awareness campaigns, educational programmes, environmental initiatives, and digital governance reforms, the government aims to create stronger and more accountable cooperative institutions capable of contributing to inclusive growth.
As the week-long campaign unfolds across the national capital, authorities hope that increased citizen engagement will reinforce the cooperative sector’s role in promoting self-reliance, transparency, and shared prosperity. By combining economic empowerment with community participation, the initiative seeks to further the vision of building a stronger, more inclusive, and cooperative-driven society.