Category: Uttar Pradesh

Ayodhya: In a major boost to the hospitality infrastructure of Ayodhya, construction of a state-of-the-art Very Very Important Person (VVIP) Guest House is progressing rapidly near Ram Katha Park under an initiative of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The ambitious project, being developed by the State Property Department at a cost of ₹93.75 crore, is expected to be completed by November 2027. Spread across a sprawling campus of 14,510 square metres, the modern guest house complex is being designed to cater to the growing influx of dignitaries and high-profile visitors arriving…

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Balrampur: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 126 development projects worth ₹392.25 crore in the Tulsipur region of Balrampur district, asserting that Uttar Pradesh has moved from an era of mafia dominance to one of development, security, and good governance. Addressing a large public gathering at Madhyanagar Biloha, the Chief Minister said that progress is possible only when people elect honest and capable representatives. “If you choose mafia elements, they will exploit the poor. We have dismantled the mafia network and are using…

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Bareilly: A meeting of the Divisional Industry Bandhu Committee was held under the chairmanship of Additional Commissioner (Judicial) Manoj Kumar at the Commissionerate Auditorium to review key industrial development initiatives, infrastructure projects, and investment progress across the Bareilly Division. During the meeting, officials informed industrial stakeholders about the implementation of revised development charges under the Uttar Pradesh Urban Planning and Development (Determination, Levy and Collection of Development Charges) Third Amendment Rules, 2026. The revised policy sets the Land Use Multiplication Factor (LUMF) at 0.5 for both large and small industrial…

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Jaunpur: In a significant step towards strengthening women’s entrepreneurship and self-reliance, Uttar Pradesh Urban Development and Energy Minister and Jaunpur District In-Charge Minister A.K. Sharma inaugurated the “Unnati Green Café” at the Development Bhawan campus in Jaunpur. The initiative has been launched under the Uttar Pradesh State Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM) to promote economic empowerment and sustainable livelihood opportunities for women associated with Self-Help Groups (SHGs). Addressing the gathering, Minister Sharma said that the State Rural Livelihood Mission has emerged as an effective platform for bringing positive change in the…

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Lucknow: Environmental conservation, biodiversity protection and sustainable development took center stage at Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU) as the institution observed World Environment Day with a series of awareness programmes and a large-scale plantation drive. The event was jointly organized by the Department of Environmental Science and NBRI-EIACP under the theme, “Inspired by Nature: For Climate, For Our Future.” Presiding over the programme, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Raj Kumar Mittal emphasized that nature is the foundation of human life and its protection is a collective responsibility. He expressed concern over increasing environmental…

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Bareilly: A large-scale plantation drive was organized across Bareilly district on World Environment Day under the nationwide ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ (One Tree in Mother’s Name) campaign, promoting environmental conservation and public participation in creating a greener future. The programme was held as part of the extensive public outreach initiatives being conducted across Uttar Pradesh from June 5 to June 21, 2026, to mark the completion of 12 years of the Central Government, highlighting achievements in development, service, good governance and public welfare. District Magistrate Avinash Singh inaugurated the…

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Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak honoured 51 distinguished artists selected for the years 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 with the prestigious Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards. The artists were recognised for their outstanding contributions to music, dance, theatre and folk arts, as well as for their dedicated efforts in preserving and promoting the state’s rich cultural heritage. The award ceremony celebrated the invaluable role played by artists in safeguarding traditional art forms and strengthening India’s cultural identity. On the occasion, Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak read…

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State Wins Top Honours at PM Surya Ghar Awards Ceremony; Lucknow Emerges as India’s No. 1 Solar District Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh has achieved remarkable success in the solar energy sector, securing top positions in multiple categories at the PM Surya Ghar Awards Ceremony held in New Delhi. The achievement highlights the state’s growing leadership in promoting clean and renewable energy across the country. Under the PM Surya Ghar Yojana, Uttar Pradesh secured third place nationally in the “Top Three State Installations” category, based on the number of solar installations completed.…

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Bareilly: District Magistrate Avinash Singh inspected the newly constructed Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) building at Khalilpur near Rampur Road Crossing and reviewed the arrangements and infrastructure developed for its operation. Constructed by the Uttar Pradesh State Construction Corporation, the facility is expected to play a crucial role in strengthening scientific investigation and forensic analysis in criminal cases across the region. During the inspection, the District Magistrate examined the quality of construction, structural arrangements, security measures, and various laboratory sections within the building. He also sought detailed information from officials regarding the…

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