On the occasion of National Unity Day, Delhi Cooperation Minister Ravinder Indraj Singh reaffirmed the government’s commitment to transform the national capital into an ideal model of cooperative-driven development. Declaring that Delhi would embody the mantra “Sahkar se Samriddhi” (prosperity through cooperation), he said the city will move toward becoming a symbol of self-reliance and collective progress, aligning with India’s vision of inclusive growth through cooperation.
Singh emphasised that the Delhi government aims to create a strong network of cooperatives across various sectors-from housing and credit to women’s self-help groups and youth enterprises.
“We envision Delhi as a cooperative capital where communities work together, share resources, and create local solutions that empower every section of society,” he said, urging cooperative leaders and citizens to participate actively in this transformation.
The initiative is inspired by the national movement being led under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah. Since the creation of the Ministry of Cooperation in 2021, the cooperative sector has been positioned as a key driver of socio-economic transformation across India. The Ministry’s guiding principle, “Cooperation to Prosperity,” seeks to revive traditional cooperative institutions while adapting them to modern needs.
Across the country, the government has launched several measures to strengthen cooperatives, including the formulation of model by-laws for Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS), digitisation of cooperative operations, and promotion of Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) and multi-state cooperatives. These reforms aim to enhance transparency, improve governance, and expand participation, especially among farmers, women, and youth.
For Delhi, this national momentum translates into new opportunities to build inclusive local economies. Cooperative banks, urban credit societies, dairy units, and consumer cooperatives are being encouraged to adopt digital systems and expand member participation. The Delhi Cooperative Housing Federation and women-led self-help networks are expected to play a major role in translating the spirit of “Atmanirbhar Bharat” (self-reliant India) into grassroots action.
Officials said that the capital’s cooperative movement could serve as a model for other urban regions, combining economic efficiency with social solidarity. As the country celebrates unity and collective strength, Delhi’s renewed focus on cooperation aims to showcase how shared ownership and mutual trust can drive sustainable and equitable development in a rapidly modernising metropolis.
