‘Gonda is Emerging as a New Symbol of Development and Investment,’ Says Chief Minister
Gonda: In a major push for regional development, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister on Saturday inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 262 development projects worth ₹516 crore in Gonda district. The grand event was held at Chakraut Gram Sabha in the Colonelganj area and marked a significant milestone in the government’s efforts to accelerate infrastructure growth and public welfare initiatives across the region.
The Chief Minister also inaugurated an exhibition showcasing development and welfare schemes implemented by various government departments. During the programme, he interacted with beneficiaries and distributed certificates, approval letters, and assistance materials under several government welfare schemes.
The Chief Minister was welcomed by Devi Patan Division Commissioner Durga Shakti Nagpal and Gonda District Magistrate Priyanka Niranjan, who presented him with an idol of Goddess Durga as a mark of respect and appreciation.
Addressing a large gathering, the Chief Minister reiterated the government’s commitment to the welfare of villages, farmers, women, youth, and underprivileged sections of society. He said the newly launched projects would significantly strengthen infrastructure, improve public services, and create new opportunities for economic growth in the district.
“Today, Gonda is not just witnessing development; it is becoming a new identity of progress. The projects inaugurated and launched today will provide better roads, public facilities, and development opportunities to the people of the region,” he said.
Investment Beyond Noida and Ghaziabad
Highlighting the government’s balanced development strategy, the Chief Minister emphasized that investment is no longer limited to urban hubs such as Noida and Ghaziabad.
“Today, investment is reaching districts like Gonda as well. Development is no longer confined to a few cities. There is no discrimination based on caste, community, or region. The government is working solely on the basis of eligibility and ensuring that every deserving citizen benefits from welfare schemes,” he stated.
He also noted that thousands of young people across Uttar Pradesh are securing employment opportunities. Referring to the recent recruitment of nearly 60,000 police constables in Uttar Pradesh Police, he said that many youths from Gonda, Bahraich, and Balrampur had successfully joined the force, reflecting the government’s commitment to transparent and merit-based recruitment.
Beneficiaries Receive Government Support
As part of the programme, beneficiaries from various government schemes were invited to the stage and provided with official certificates, sanction letters, and support materials. The Chief Minister expressed satisfaction over the effective implementation of welfare programmes and directed officials to ensure that all development works are completed within stipulated timelines and with the highest quality standards.
He also visited departmental stalls set up at the venue, reviewed information on ongoing welfare initiatives, and interacted directly with beneficiaries to understand the impact of government programmes on their lives.
Large Public Participation
The event witnessed the presence of a large number of public representatives, government officials, and local residents. Extensive arrangements were made by the district administration to ensure the smooth conduct of the programme, with comprehensive security measures in place throughout the event.
Among those present were Kaiserganj MP Karan Bhushan Singh, Katra Bazar MLA Bawan Singh, Tarabganj MLA Prem Narayan Pandey, Gaura MLA Prabhat Verma, Mehnaun MLA Vinay Kumar Dwivedi, Colonelganj MLA Ajay Singh, MLC Avadhesh Kumar Singh (Manju Singh), Commissioner Durga Shakti Nagpal, IG Amit Kumar Pathak, District Magistrate Priyanka Niranjan, Superintendent of Police Vineet Jaiswal, Chief Development Officer Dayanand Prasad, and several other senior administrative officers and public representatives.
The ₹516-crore package is expected to provide a substantial boost to infrastructure, employment generation, and public welfare, reinforcing Gonda’s emergence as a key growth centre in eastern Uttar Pradesh.
