Lucknow, May 11 – Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath praised the capabilities of the BrahMos missile system while speaking at the inauguration of the BrahMos Aerospace Integration and Testing Facility in Lucknow. Referring to the recent military operation codenamed ‘Operation Sindoor’, Adityanath stated that the world had witnessed a glimpse of the missile’s prowess and, if that wasn't enough, people should ask Pakistan about its impact.

The Chief Minister emphasized that the time had come to completely eliminate terrorism and urged the nation to unite under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. He reiterated the Prime Minister’s recent declaration that any future terrorist attack on Indian soil would be treated as an act of war. Adityanath characterized terrorism as a persistent threat and said it must be dealt with in the same language it understands. According to him, ‘Operation Sindoor’ sent a clear message to the world about India’s stance.

As per agency report, Adityanath expressed gratitude towards the Prime Minister and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh for choosing Uttar Pradesh as a key hub in India’s defense production roadmap. He highlighted the strategic significance of the BrahMos facility and credited Singh for championing the establishment of the facility during his tenure as Defence Minister.

The BrahMos facility in Lucknow is part of the Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor, which was announced during the 2018 Investors Summit. Spread across six nodes—Lucknow, Kanpur, Aligarh, Agra, Jhansi, and Chitrakoot—the corridor aims to boost defense manufacturing and self-reliance in the sector. The state government provided 80 hectares of land for the facility at no cost.

The BrahMos manufacturing unit, built over three and a half years, is set to produce one of the world’s fastest supersonic cruise missiles, with a range of 290 to 400 kilometers. During the event, the Chief Minister handed over appointment letters to selected youth and was also presented with a model of the missile.

Adityanath further stated that any self-reliant nation must be capable of producing its own defense equipment, citing Israel as an example of how internal capabilities can ensure external security. He expressed confidence that India is progressing strongly in this direction.

The Chief Minister detailed how Uttar Pradesh has already made significant strides in defense manufacturing. He noted the successful launch of an ammunition production unit in Kanpur and the arrival of anchor units such as PTC in Lucknow, which supports not just BrahMos but also other aerospace-related manufacturing.

According to the Chief Minister, around seven anchor units linked to BrahMos are being established. He shared that Uttar Pradesh’s target is to attract Rs. 50,000 crore in investment in the defense corridor and generate one lakh jobs. So far, 57 MoUs have been signed with an estimated Rs. 30,000 crore in investments and the potential to employ nearly 60,000 youth.

Adityanath reaffirmed the state’s commitment to providing land and logistical support for all future defense-related requirements, including those from DRDO and BrahMos Aerospace. The event was also attended by Deputy Chief Ministers Keshav Prasad Maurya and Brajesh Pathak, along with local MLA Rajeshwar Singh and other dignitaries.

With this new facility, Uttar Pradesh has solidified its position as a key contributor to India’s defense production ecosystem, becoming the second state after Tamil Nadu to establish a dedicated defense industrial corridor.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath questioned on Saturday why India, despite its large population, continues to lag behind Bangladesh in the export of readymade garments. Speaking at an investor summit held in Lucknow for the establishment of a textile park under the PM Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) scheme, the Chief Minister emphasized the urgent need to leverage India’s potential in the global apparel market.

As per agency report, Adityanath highlighted the contrast between the two nations, pointing out that while Bangladesh, with a population of 160 million, has made significant strides in garment exports, India, with a population of 1.4 billion, is yet to achieve similar success. He underlined the immense opportunities in the readymade garment sector and called for the creation of globally recognized Indian textile brands.

He stressed the importance of guiding India’s vast workforce by providing direction and opportunities, noting that a large population alone is not sufficient—it requires proper leadership to channel its potential. He also spoke about the significance of Uttar Pradesh not just as a production hub but also as a major consumer market that caters to the needs of neighboring regions like Nepal, Bhutan, Bihar, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Uttarakhand.

To meet this demand effectively, the Chief Minister advocated for the development of comprehensive facilities within the PM MITRA Park, including stitching, dyeing, printing, packaging, and designing, ensuring a complete ecosystem for textile production and export readiness.

Bahraich: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday stated that glorifying invaders who attacked India’s heritage and insulted its people is equivalent to treason. He emphasized that the "New India" will not tolerate such actions.

As per agency report, Adityanath made these remarks during a public gathering in Bahraich, amid ongoing controversies surrounding Mughal ruler Aurangzeb. He warned against celebrating figures who attempted to crush the country’s Sanatan culture, asserting that paying tribute to such invaders strengthens the roots of treason.

He asserted that those who insult India’s great ancestors while praising those who assaulted the nation’s civilization, disrespected its women, and attacked its faith will never be accepted in the New India. He further highlighted that when the world is recognizing the greatness of India’s Sanatan culture, every citizen has a duty to honor the country's great personalities rather than glorifying historical aggressors.

Adityanath's comments came while speaking about the recently concluded Prayagraj Mahakumbh 2025, which he described as the largest human gathering ever. He referenced Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s speech in Parliament, in which Modi praised the Uttar Pradesh government for successfully organizing the event.

The Chief Minister emphasized that no other country in the world has ever hosted such a grand event on this scale, reaffirming that India’s Sanatan culture stands as an inspiration for future generations.

Lucknow, March 18 – Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath met with the Lucknow Super Giants team members, including team owner Sanjiv Goenka and captain Rishabh Pant, on Monday ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season, which is set to begin on March 22.

According to an official statement issued by the state government, CM Adityanath extended his best wishes to the players, coaching staff, and senior management, commending their dedication and efforts in preparation for the tournament. He particularly appreciated the team’s impressive performance in the previous season, describing Lucknow Super Giants as a symbol of talent, discipline, and sportsmanship.

https://twitter.com/myogiadityanath/status/1901670267879116996

During the interaction, Adityanath expressed confidence in the team’s ability to showcase their skills once again and strive to win the IPL trophy. He emphasized that Uttar Pradesh is ushering in a new era in sports, with growing support and infrastructure aimed at nurturing talent in the state.

Encouraging the players to uphold perseverance, discipline, and a strong sporting spirit, the Chief Minister urged them to serve as role models for young aspiring athletes. He expressed hope that Lucknow Super Giants will deliver an outstanding performance in the upcoming IPL season and emerge victorious.

Gorakhpur, March 14 – Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasized the deep-rooted significance of festivals in Sanatan Dharma, stating that no other religion or culture in the world has such a rich tradition of celebrations. Addressing the traditional Narsingh Shobha Yatra in Gorakhpur, he remarked that India moves forward through its festivals, as they serve as the soul of faith and unity.

As per agency report, Adityanath highlighted that the core message of Holi is national unity, ensuring the strength and integrity of the country. He asserted that the vision of ‘Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat’ (One India, Great India) is realized through such celebrations.

The Chief Minister also pointed out how the Prayagraj Mahakumbh demonstrated the power and devotion of Sanatan Dharma, with over 66 crore devotees gathering at the holy site for a grand ritual bath. He stressed that the event transcended caste and regional boundaries, reaffirming the inclusive spirit of India’s religious and cultural traditions.

Before the Shobha Yatra, Yogi Adityanath was seen celebrating Holi with sadhus and saints, sitting among them and actively participating in the festivities. During the procession, he also showered flowers on the participants, marking the joyous spirit of the festival.

Agra, February 23: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath highlighted the extraordinary scale of the Prayagraj Maha Kumbh, revealing that 62 crore pilgrims have visited so far, making it one of the rarest events of the century where such a large congregation gathers within a specific timeframe.

Speaking at the 'Unicorn Companies Conclave' in Agra, Yogi Adityanath welcomed the attendees by drawing a parallel between the startup ecosystem and the grandeur of the Maha Kumbh, referring to the event as the 'Unicorn Maha Kumbh' of the startup world.

The Chief Minister emphasized the spiritual and cultural legacy of Braj Bhoomi, stating, “This region has long influenced India's civilization and culture. I just returned from Prayagraj and will head back after this conclave.”

Adityanath described the Prayagraj Maha Kumbh as a global marvel, emphasizing that such a massive turnout for any event, whether spiritual or tourism-related, is a rare occurrence. He expressed pride that Uttar Pradesh has the privilege of hosting such a historic event.

Reflecting on the historical and cultural importance of the Kumbh Mela, the Chief Minister said, “The history of the Kumbh makes us realize that India had established such grand events since ancient times.” He noted that the Kumbh Mela is traditionally held at four sacred locations: Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh, Haridwar in Uttarakhand, Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh, and Nashik (Trimbakeshwar) in Maharashtra.

Highlighting the cultural revival intention behind the Kumbh, Yogi Adityanath suggested that the visionaries of ancient India might have anticipated a time when Indians would feel disconnected from their traditions. The Kumbh Mela serves as a bridge to reconnect people with their heritage and spirituality.

The Chief Minister's address not only underscored the significance of the Maha Kumbh but also aligned it with the emerging entrepreneurial spirit showcased at the 'Unicorn Companies Conclave', presenting Uttar Pradesh as a land of both cultural depth and economic innovation.

Lucknow, 23 July (HS): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has described the General Budget 2024-25 as all-touching, all-inclusive, development-oriented, which will fulfil the hopes, aspirations and all the resolutions of 140 crore countrymen. The Chief Minister said that the General Budget 2024-25 is an economic document for building 'Developed India-Self-reliant India'. It has the sacred spirit of Antyodaya, limitless potential for development and a new vision of innovation.

In this budget, there is a resolve for overall development of all sections of the society including villages, poor, farmers, women, youth, a vision of becoming self-reliant in every field and a roadmap to free the deprived from deprivation.

While providing huge relief to the middle class directly, announcement of new provisions regarding the tax system is welcome. Heartfelt gratitude has been expressed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for this public-welfare budget, paving the way to make 'New India' a 5 trillion dollar economy and the world's growth engine.

Lucknow, 25 June (HS): Yogi Adityanath's government on Tuesday approved the Uttar Pradesh Public Examination Ordinance-2024 to conduct the examinations in a transparent and fair manner. In this ordinance, provisions have been made for punishment ranging from two years to life imprisonment and a fine of up to ?1 crore against the culprits of paper leak. If the examination is affected due to paper leak or other reasons, the expenses will be reimbursed from Solver Gang. A provision has also been made to permanently blacklist the companies and service providers involved in exam irregularities.

Finance and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Suresh Khanna informed about the decisions of the cabinet meeting held at Lok Bhavan on Tuesday under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Khanna said that a total of 44 proposals were placed before the cabinet, out of which 43 have been approved. The approved proposals also included the Prevention of Unfair Means in Public Examinations and Paper Leaks Ordinance 2024.

The Finance Minister said that the proposal for an ordinance regarding the paper leak has been approved by the Council of Ministers. Under this, if any organization or people associated with it are caught, then a provision of punishment ranging from 2 years to life imprisonment and a fine of up to Rs 1 crore has been made. Under the ordinance, Public Service Commission, Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Board, Uttar Pradesh Board , University, authority or body or the institution nominated by them are also included in this. This ordinance will also apply to any kind of recruitment examinations, regularization or promotion examinations, entrance examinations for degree-diplomas, certificates or educational certificates. Under this, punishable offenses like distributing fake question papers, creating fake employment websites etc. have been made. Under the ordinance, for violation of the provisions of the Act, punishment ranging from 2 years to life imprisonment has been provided to the culprits, while a fine of ?1 crore has been provided.

Minister Khanna said that if the examination is affected, a provision has been made to recover the financial burden from the solver gang and to forever blacklist the institutions and service providers involved in irregularities in the examination. The Act also makes a provision for confiscation of property in case of crime. Under this, all crimes have been made cognizable, non-bailable, triable and non-compoundable by the Sessions Court. Strict provisions have also been made regarding bail. Due to the absence of the Assembly session at present, an ordinance has been proposed in place of the bill. After the approval of the proposal by the Council of Ministers, the ordinance process will be completed and after that it will be implemented.

Lucknow : Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed his satisfaction with the state's banking sector growth, highlighting a rise in the CD ratio to 58.59% and setting a target of 65% for the coming year. Banking business has doubled since 2016, reaching Rs 26.80 lakh crore.

Loan Disbursement and Financial Inclusion: Adityanath emphasized the crucial role of banks in providing financial support to youth and entrepreneurs. He urged banks to continue loan fairs and assured government support for training beneficiaries. He called for "mission mode" efforts to expand digital banking and financial literacy across all 75 districts.

Social Security and Inclusion: The Chief Minister praised the "One GP-One BC" program empowering women through banking outreach and instructed banks to support these "BC Sakhis" further. He emphasized the smooth availability of CCTV footage to law enforcement to ensure bank security.

Rural Development and Growth: Adityanath presented State Share grants to two rural banks and inaugurated various initiatives – distributing Kisan Credit Cards, opening new banking outlets, and providing tool kits to "BC Sakhis." He welcomed HDFC Bank's adoption of 150 villages under a rural development program.

Key Statistics:

• Loan disbursement doubled from Rs 13,745 crore in 2016-17 to Rs 30,043 crore in 2022-23.
• 2,42,097 new banking outlets established in 7 years.
• 167 lakh new beneficiaries added under Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana.
• 459 lakh new beneficiaries added under Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana.

Moving Forward: The Chief Minister stressed the importance of regular meetings with bankers at state and district levels to monitor progress and address challenges. He believes these initiatives will further improve financial inclusion and empower citizens across Uttar Pradesh.

Lucknow, Nov 6 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has emerged as one of the most popular figures in Indian politics on the X (formerly known as Twitter), said a state government spokesperson.

He said that the recognition comes from the hashtag tracking tool, Tweet Binder, which has confirmed this trend.

According to the latest report by Tweet Binder, in October after Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the politician whose social media account garnered the most attention on platform X is Yogi Adityanath.

Tweet Binder compiled its report by analysing the number of posts made by users on X in India from October 1 to 31, said the spokesperson.

According to Tweet Binder’s report, Prime Minister Modi’s social media account received the highest level of discussion on X in October.

Following closely behind, Yogi Adityanath emerged as the second most talked-about politician, the spokesperson said, citing the report.

In terms of overall engagement, only Prime Minister Modi, Indian cricketer Virat Kohli, and South actor Vijay are positioned ahead of Yogi.

Yogi Adityanath has 2.65 crore followers on X.

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], September 21: A central delegation from the Ayurveda Federation of India (AFI), a prominent unit of the Ayurveda Science Forum registered with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India, held a crucial meeting with Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday.

The primary purpose of this significant meeting was to propose the incorporation of Ayurvedic treatments into the Ayushman Bharat Scheme and the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay State Employees Cashless Medical Scheme.

Leading the AFI delegation was Acharya Manish Ji, the distinguished founding patron of the organization and the visionary behind Jeena Sikho Lifecare Limited.

Acharya Manish Ji articulated that the inclusion of Ayurvedic treatment facilities within these schemes could potentially benefit the entire population of Uttar Pradesh, which exceeds 27 crores. Ayurveda offers numerous effective medical methodologies, such as Panchakarma (a process for eliminating toxins from the body) and Ksharsutra (a surgical approach for diseases related to the rectum). These methods are not only safe but also cost-effective, providing immediate and lasting relief from various ailments.

It is imperative to underline that the Ayurveda Federation of India represents a collective of over 15 lakh Ayurveda stakeholders, including Vaidyas/Doctors, students, Panchakarma therapists, nurses, pharmacists, clinic assistants, pharma companies, Ayurveda colleges, principals, and more. As a Central Government-recognized Ayurveda Science Forum, AFI stands as the sole representative organization of its kind. Established just two years ago by leading physicians in the country, with Ayurvedacharya Dr. Abhishek serving as the main founder, the organization is committed to advancing Ayurveda as a global healthcare system and addressing the myriad challenges faced by millions of Ayurveda stakeholders. The Ayurveda Federation of India looks forward to constructive collaboration with the government of Uttar Pradesh and believes that the integration of Ayurvedic healthcare into these schemes will usher in a new era of holistic well-being for the state’s residents.

If you have any objection to this press release content, kindly contact pr.error.rectification[at]gmail.com to notify us. We will respond and rectify the situation in the next 24 hours.

Lucknow, June 8 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday visited the King George's Medical University (KGMU) to see the 18-month-old baby Laxmi who was injured in the courtroom shootout.

The shootout happened on Wednesday.

The chief minister spoke to her mother and gave the child a bundle of chocolates.

He also met the two police personnel who had been injured in the incident and spoke to doctors about their treatment.

The chief minister told the doctors to ensure best treatment for the injured persons and asked officials to remain in touch with medical experts.