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Lucknow/New Delhi: In a high-level meeting aimed at accelerating rural development initiatives, Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya met Union Minister for Rural Development and Agriculture Shivraj Singh Chouhan in New Delhi. The meeting brought together senior officials from both the Centre and the state to deliberate on effective implementation and better coordination of key schemes. During the interaction, Maurya presented products made by women from Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in Uttar Pradesh, highlighting their quality and potential. Discussions were held on enhancing branding, marketing, and expanding access to…

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Lucknow/New Delhi: In a significant push to strengthen the food processing sector and rural economy, Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya held a detailed meeting with Union Minister for Food Processing Industries Chirag Paswan in New Delhi on Wednesday. The discussions focused on accelerating the growth of food processing industries in Uttar Pradesh, enhancing employment opportunities, and empowering rural entrepreneurs. The Deputy Chief Minister highlighted that under the PM Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises Scheme, the state has emerged as a national leader in loan approvals and…

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Lucknow: In a major step towards enhancing transparency and streamlining records, the Lucknow Development Authority has decided to conduct a comprehensive door-to-door physical verification of all its allotted residential and commercial properties across the city. The directive has been issued by LDA Vice Chairman Prathamesh Kumar, who stated that the initiative aims to update property records, eliminate discrepancies, and completely curb the possibility of fraudulent transactions. According to officials, the authority is currently undertaking large-scale digitisation of property files to improve citizen services and administrative efficiency. However, in several cases,…

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Lucknow/Gautam Buddh Nagar: The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority has approved 11 new real estate projects with a total estimated investment of ₹3,212.63 crore, providing a major boost to urban infrastructure and economic activity across nine districts in the state. The approvals were granted during the 199th authority meeting held at the UP RERA headquarters under the chairmanship of Sanjay Bhoosreddy. Senior officials and members of the authority were also present. The decision reflects RERA’s continued commitment to transparent regulation, planned development, and safeguarding the interests of homebuyers. The…

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Gonda: In a significant show of unity, several teachers’ organizations have announced a nationwide protest on April 13 against the TET (Teacher Eligibility Test) issue. The decision was taken during a joint meeting held under the banner of the All India Joint Teachers Federation, Gonda, at Jai Café. The meeting saw participation from representatives of multiple teacher organizations who collectively strategized to oppose what they termed as a “black order” related to TET. Acting on a call from state leadership, the groups resolved to stage protests at district headquarters across…

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Lucknow: Under the state government’s flagship “Mission Shakti” campaign, a series of extensive programs were conducted at district, block, and tehsil levels, reaching 29,193 girls. Female officials and motivational leaders engaged with the participants, providing guidance on life skills, self-defense, education, and career planning, significantly boosting their confidence and awareness. Sandeep Singh, State Minister of Basic Education (Independent Charge), said that under the leadership of Yogi Adityanath, the government is committed to making girls empowered, safe, and self-reliant. He emphasized that dialogue and self-defense training under Mission Shakti play a…

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Lucknow – Under the leadership of Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya, Uttar Pradesh is witnessing a revolutionary surge in women’s economic empowerment through the dairy sector. The “Lakhpati Didi” initiative has emerged as a transformative model, enabling rural women to become self-reliant while driving the state closer to a trillion-dollar economy. Through the Uttar Pradesh State Rural Livelihoods Mission (UPSRLM), over 3.25 lakh women across 31 districts are actively participating in milk production and collection, generating a total turnover of ₹5,000 crore. These women collect approximately 10 lakh liters of…

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Lucknow/Baghpat – Pura Mahadev in Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, has set a new benchmark in responsible and sustainable pilgrimage tourism, earning acclaim as India’s Best Heritage Tourist Village 2024. Under the state’s Temple Economy initiative, the Parshurameshwar Mahadev Temple successfully implemented a zero-waste system during the Mahashivratri celebrations, blending devotion with environmental stewardship. The initiative focused on scientifically managing offerings and festival-generated waste without compromising religious sanctity. Flowers, milk, organic residues, plastic bottles, ceremonial threads, and even discarded sandals were collected, processed, and reused, ensuring that sacred materials were put to meaningful…

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Lucknow – Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya  attended the closing ceremony of the Late Radhika Singh Memorial State-Level Women’s Cricket Tournament at Sage Cricket Academy, Gomtinagar, Lucknow, inspiring young female cricketers and applauding their outstanding performances. At the event, the Deputy Chief Minister commended the players for their remarkable skill and determination, emphasizing that girls are now reaching new heights in sports. He personally interacted with the athletes, conveying his best wishes for a bright future and encouraging them to embrace new energy, confidence, and ambition. The ceremony began with…

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Lucknow – The first phase of Noida International Airport, Jewar, was inaugurated  by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, signaling a historic step toward realizing the vision of “Developed India–Developed Uttar Pradesh.” The state-of-the-art airport is expected to boost global connectivity, create new avenues for investment, trade, and employment, and strengthen Uttar Pradesh’s position on the international economic map. Addressing the occasion, Sandeep Singh, Minister of Basic Education (Independent Charge), said that the project would serve as a milestone in the state’s holistic development. He emphasized that under the visionary leadership of Prime…

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