Example of self-reliance through Chiteri folk art: Jhansi’s Pratibha becomes a successful entrepreneur

Received an interest-free loan of ₹4.5 lakh under the Chief Minister Youth Entrepreneur Development Campaign, linking traditional Chiteri art with jute bags and gift products Through Rachnatmak Arts, 25 women have gained employment by connecting local art with the market Bundelkhand’s cultural identity gets a new boost Lucknow: The youth of Uttar Pradesh are rapidly moving ahead in the field of entrepreneurship through Yogi government’s ambitious scheme, the Chief Minister Youth Entrepreneur Development Campaign. The scheme has emerged as an effective initiative to promote self-reliance, innovation and self-employment while economically…

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New initiative to promote residential solar energy in the state; Ghaziabad becomes a model district

Yogi government continuously innovating to promote clean energy and sustainable development Solar rooftop systems and rainwater harvesting made mandatory in the building plan approval process for residential houses in Ghaziabad Lucknow: The government is continuously introducing innovations to promote clean energy and sustainable development. In this direction, after Auraiya, the district of Ghaziabad has taken an important and visionary step to encourage residential solar energy, presenting a model for the entire state. Following the example of the District Magistrate of Auraiya, the District Magistrate of Ghaziabad has issued an order…

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Major employment opportunity for youth through the Yogi govt’s initiative, large job fairs to be held in 3 cities

Job fairs to be organized in Lucknow, Jhansi and Varanasi between 18 and 25 March under the Kaushal Vikas Mission Initiative to provide employment opportunities for youth in private companies Youth being connected with employment through the Kaushal Vikas Mission State government’s priority-skill, training and employment Lucknow: The government led by Yogi Adityanath is continuously making efforts to provide employment to youth and make them self-reliant on the basis of skills. In this sequence, the Uttar Pradesh Kaushal Vikas Mission is organizing large employment fairs in various districts of the…

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Yogi Government expanding the Saryu Nahar Project, irrigated area to increase in Eastern UP

Target set to develop 1.404 million hectares of irrigated area in Eastern Uttar Pradesh through the Saryu Nahar Project Expansion of the Saryu Nahar Project to ensure sustainable development, boosting farmers’ productivity and income Lucknow: The Irrigation and Water Resources Department of Uttar Pradesh, in line with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s vision of ‘Har Khet Ko Jal’, is expanding irrigation facilities across the state. As part of this effort, the department is expanding the Saryu Nahar Project, which will provide significant relief to farmers in eastern Uttar Pradesh. Under the…

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UP Government Monitoring Safety of Construction Workers Employed in Israel

Lucknow: The Government of Uttar Pradesh is closely monitoring the well-being of construction workers from the state currently employed in Israel, officials said. According to M. K. Shanuga Sundaram, Principal Secretary of Labour and Employment, a total of 6,004 construction workers from Uttar Pradesh are presently working with various construction companies in Israel. These workers were selected in 2024 through the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) in coordination with Israel’s Population, Immigration and Border Authority (PIBA). He stated that the workers are currently performing their duties at different construction projects…

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‘IndiaSkills 2025–26’ North Regional Competition Begins in Agra

Lucknow/Agra: The North Regional round of IndiaSkills Competition 2025–26 has commenced in Agra, bringing together more than 360 participants from five northern states and four Union Territories to showcase their technical abilities across 41 skill trades. The competition is being organized under the aegis of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship as part of ongoing efforts to promote skill development and provide young professionals with opportunities to demonstrate their expertise at national and international platforms. The colourful inaugural ceremony was held on March 11 evening, where participants from different…

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Tourism Projects Worth Crores Launched in Western UP; Minister Jaiveer Singh Unveils Major Initiatives

Lucknow/Gautam Buddh Nagar/Ghaziabad/Hapur: To boost religious and spiritual tourism in western Uttar Pradesh, Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for several projects worth crores of rupees across districts including Gautam Buddh Nagar, Ghaziabad and Hapur. The initiatives include beautification and tourism development of temples, improvement of tourist facilities, and the construction of infrastructure such as a multi-level parking facility at Brajghat in Garhmukteshwar. Officials said tourism projects worth over ₹100 crore will significantly enhance religious tourism in the region. During the visit, the minister…

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Education and Development Projects Gain Momentum in Mau: Minister A.K. Sharma

Lucknow/Mau:A. K. Sharma, Uttar Pradesh’s Minister for Urban Development and Energy, inaugurated a newly constructed building at the Upper Primary School in Baharampur village during his visit to Madhuban tehsil in Mau district. The new school building, constructed at a cost of around ₹27 lakh, was formally dedicated to students and the local community. During the event, the minister also launched the distribution of three-seater desk-bench sets to 70 council-run schools in Madhuban tehsil under the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, involving an investment of nearly ₹1 crore. The initiative…

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LDA Allots 312 Narmada Apartment Units Through Lottery in Lucknow

Lucknow: The Lucknow Development Authority conducted a lottery draw for the allotment of 312 residential units in the Narmada Apartment project at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan. The event was held at the Mars Auditorium Hall, where lucky draws were conducted among hundreds of applicants. According to officials, 743 applicants participated in the lottery process for 300 3BHK + Study flats and 12 penthouses. As the draw progressed, applicants whose names were selected expressed great excitement and relief. Prathamesh Kumar, Vice-Chairman of the authority, stated that the housing units are located in…

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Uttar Pradesh to Launch ‘School Chalo Abhiyan 2026’ from April 1 to Enrol Every Child in Education

Lucknow: The Government of Uttar Pradesh has announced that the statewide ‘School Chalo Abhiyan 2026’ will begin from April 1, aiming to bring every child into the formal education system for the academic session 2026–27. Sandeep Singh, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Basic Education, said the initiative under the leadership of Yogi Adityanath focuses particularly on identifying and enrolling dropout and out-of-school children, ensuring that no child is left out of the education system. The state’s Chief Secretary S. P. Goyal has issued instructions to all District Magistrates to…

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