Category: Uttar Pradesh

Connect weavers to markets, design, and technology through cluster-based development: Chief Minister Develop the handloom sector on a value chain model, not limited to production alone: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath CM stresses linking weavers directly with consumers through digital platforms and branding Need for better efforts to reduce electricity bills of powerloom weavers; prepare a practical action plan: Chief Minister Lucknow: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said, “Weavers are not just carriers of tradition but also a strong pillar of the state’s economy. Therefore, ensuring their income, dignity, and livelihood stability…

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Varanasi: In a major welfare initiative aimed at improving living conditions for police personnel, the Uttar Pradesh Police is developing a modern multi-storey residential complex at the Police Lines in Varanasi. The project will provide 2BHK flats to police personnel and their families, addressing long-standing housing shortages. According to Police Commissioner Mohan Agrawal, the building will consist of ground plus 11 floors, accommodating a total of 192 Type-2 flats. The project is being constructed at an estimated cost of ₹26.74 crore (₹2674.64 lakh) and is expected to significantly ease accommodation…

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Lucknow: In a significant push to defence manufacturing in Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday handed over the allotment letter for 75 hectares of land to Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) at the Chitrakoot node of the Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor. The initiative marks a key institutional step in the planned and phased development of the Chitrakoot defence node, aimed at strengthening defence manufacturing infrastructure in the state while accelerating industrial growth in the Bundelkhand region. Highlighting the importance of the project, the Chief Minister said the development…

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Varanasi: In a move to modernize urban infrastructure and improve civic services, the Varanasi Municipal Corporation is set to introduce a high-tech system for managing street lighting across the city. A QR code-based complaint mechanism will soon be implemented, enabling residents to easily report faulty street lights, with authorities committing to resolve issues within 48 hours. The decision was taken during a review meeting of the lighting and transport departments held at the Smart City auditorium in Sigra. Mayor Ashok Kumar Tiwari directed officials to install QR code-enabled GI boards…

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Eminent scientists gather on one platform to deliberate on sustainable agriculture and food security Lucknow: On the global stage, India is recognized as an agrarian country, with Uttar Pradesh possessing some of the most fertile land in the nation. This land has the capacity to produce a wide variety of crops; however, challenges persist. In some areas, land is available but irrigation facilities are lacking, while in others, even where irrigation exists and farmers produce good yields, storage issues arise. As a result, a significant portion of produce is wasted…

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Cabinet approves new private-sector university to promote higher education ‘Metro University’ to be built on 26.1 acres, offering modern and employment-oriented education opportunities for youth Lucknow: In the Cabinet meeting held on Tuesday under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, an important proposal related to the Higher Education Department was approved. As part of this decision, approval has been granted for the establishment of ‘Metro University’ in Greater Noida under the private sector. The move is considered a significant step toward expanding higher education in the state. State Higher…

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Comprehensive beautification of statues of Baba Saheb Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar, Sant Ravidas, Kabir, Jyotiba Phule, Maharishi Valmiki, and other great personalities Special programs to be held in all Vidhan Sabha constituencies on April 14, with public representatives informing citizens Development of 10 memorials in every constituency; ₹403 crore to transform the state’s cultural landscape Lucknow: Taking a major step towards preserving the legacy of great personalities in Uttar Pradesh, the Yogi government has decided to develop 10 memorials in every Vidhan Sabha constituency. In a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief…

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Bus terminals to be transformed with airport-like modern amenities across the state Projects to be developed on DBFOT model with malls, cinemas, and advanced passenger facilities Lucknow: In a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, approval has been granted for the second phase of development of bus stations of the Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation under the Public Private Partnership (PPP) model. In this phase, out of the initially proposed 54 bus stations, 6 unsuitable stations have been removed and Chandauli district has been added, bringing the…

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The country’s first AI-based Urban Flood Management System has also been appreciated by the Prime Minister’s Office and NITI Aayog. AI-based forecasting, sensor-based monitoring and an automatic pump system have delivered remarkable results, achieving more than 65% improvement in addressing monsoon waterlogging. Gorakhpur: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has consistently emphasized making life easier through modern technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), data analytics, digital twin technology and flood modeling. Translating this vision into reality, the Gorakhpur Municipal Corporation has established a national identity. The AI-based Urban…

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Mahatma Gandhi once described the plight of Kashi in 1916, today 50,000 people can visit Baba Vishwanath together: CM Yogi Saints do not get distracted by any heretics, it is our govt that took charge of Sambhal: Chief Minister Mathura: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, called upon the Sanatan community to unite. Citing the example of Ayodhya, Chief Minister said, before 2017, Ayodhya used to receive only 3 hours of electricity. Chanting ‘Jai Shri Ram’ did not bring sweets but sticks and batons. He added,”The lanes were narrow and buildings were…

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