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Yogi Government Prepares for ‘Mini Kumbh’ at Garhmukteshwar: Grand Arrangements for Kartik Purnima Fair Underway Lucknow/Garhmukteshwar | Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday inspected the preparations for the upcoming Kartik Purnima Fair at Garhmukteshwar in Hapur district and the Tigri Mela in Amroha. The Chief Minister directed officials to ensure that the event, envisioned as a ‘Mini Kumbh’, is organized with grandeur, discipline, and complete coordination among departments. The annual fair, scheduled from October 30 to November 5, is expected to draw over 40 to 45 lakh devotees to the sacred…

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Yogi Government : Sky’s the Limit: Record Growth in Air Travel Lucknow | Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Uttar Pradesh is soaring to new heights in air connectivity. Between April and August 2025, passenger traffic at the state’s airports grew by 14.6%, crossing the 6 million (60 lakh) mark. Compared to 2016–17, air passenger numbers have more than doubled in FY2024–25, underscoring the rapid expansion of the aviation sector in the state. Cities such as Ayodhya, Prayagraj, and Varanasi have emerged as key growth centres, while cargo traffic…

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Yogi Government Boosts Sesame Cultivation with Subsidies Lucknow — In a significant step towards empowering farmers and promoting oilseed production, the Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government is actively encouraging sesame (til) cultivation across the state. The initiative comes with substantial subsidies, scientific training, and guaranteed returns to ensure farmers reap maximum benefits with minimal investment. Currently, around 5 lakh hectares of land in the state are under sesame cultivation during the Kharif season. To reduce input costs and improve productivity, the Agriculture Department is offering a subsidy of ₹95 per kilogram…

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Lucknow: In a grand effort to infuse the spirit of patriotism among the younger generation, the Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government has been commemorating the Kakori Train Action Centenary through year-long events across the state. Culminating on August 8, 2025, the mega celebration will conclude at the Shaheed Smarak in Kakori, with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in attendance as the chief guest. Launched on August 9, 2024, the centenary celebrations honored the sacrifice of India’s freedom fighters, valiant revolutionaries, and national heroes. Under the guidance of the CM and the…

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Lucknow: In a significant push towards promoting nutrition-rich millets, the Uttar Pradesh government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, is offering subsidies on hybrid varieties of bajra (pearl millet) seeds to farmers across the state. Recognized as a vital part of India’s Shri Anna initiative, bajra is now being positioned as both a health-enhancing and climate-resilient crop. Bajra: The Nutritional Powerhouse After Rice, Wheat, and Maize With nearly 10 lakh hectares under bajra cultivation—ranking after rice, wheat, and maize—Uttar Pradesh is among the key contributors to millet production…

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Yogi government: Each carbon credit to fetch $6; scheme boosts farmer income while supporting India’s carbon neutrality goals Lucknow : In a major step towards environmental sustainability and farmer empowerment, the Yogi  government is set to distribute Rs 25.45 lakh to 401 farmers under the Carbon Credit Finance Scheme. This initiative not only rewards farmers for tree plantation under agroforestry but also contributes meaningfully towards India’s commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2070. So far, Rs 49.55 lakh has already been disbursed to 244 farmers under this scheme. The latest…

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Greater Noida : The Yogi government is preparing to delight the visitors and guests at the upcoming Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2024 (UPITS 2024), taking place in Greater Noida from September 25 to 29, with authentic cuisine of the state. Visitors, guests, and hosts will have the opportunity to savor the diverse cuisine of Uttar Pradesh, including dishes from many districts during the event. Attendees, including the international guests, will be able to indulge in Agra’s famous Panchhi Petha and Mathura’s delectable Peda, while the enticing aroma of Khurchan…

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Lucknow: The Yogi government has been informed about a growing crisis in guava orchards due to a severe nematode infection. The Central Institute of Subtropical Horticulture (CISH), through the Chief Secretary, has recently raised the alarm, and the government is contemplating action to protect the interests of guava orchardists. Often referred to as the “apple of the poor” for its nutritional value and affordability, guava is now facing a significant threat from this rapidly spreading infection, which arrived with foreign varieties like Thai Pink and Taiwan Pink. Currently, nearly half…

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Lucknow: The Yogi government is actively working to uplift the living standards of the poor and marginalised people in Uttar Pradesh through various schemes. A key initiative in this effort is the implementation of the central government’s PM Vishwakarma Yojana in the state. Uttar Pradesh has emerged as the second state, after Madhya Pradesh, with the highest number of applicants seeking benefits from the scheme. With over 2.8 million applicants, the state government plans to provide loans to those who complete a three-tier verification and training process. So far, a…

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