Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath offered prayers to Maa Siddhidatri on Monday, October 19, on the occasion of Maha Navami during Sharadiya Navratri. He extended greetings to the people of the state and highlighted Uttar Pradesh’s development journey under the theme of ‘Sankalp Se Siddhi’, presenting a vision of a ‘New Uttar Pradesh’ contributing to the goal of a ‘New India’.
In a post on his social media account, X, the Chief Minister said that with the blessings of Maa Siddhidatri, who fulfils wishes and bestows accomplishments, happiness and prosperity, the women of Uttar Pradesh are playing a decisive role in the state’s progress through their capabilities, determination and self-confidence.
Yogi Adityanath also emphasised the importance of respecting women, quoting the Sanskrit saying, “Yatra Naryastu Pujyante Ramante Tatra Devataah,” which means that where women are respected, the divine resides, bringing happiness, prosperity and well-being.
CM Yogi Highlights Women’s Empowerment in Uttar Pradesh
The Chief Minister highlighted the role of women in the development and prosperity of Uttar Pradesh, stating that women’s capabilities, determination and confidence are contributing significantly to the state’s progress.
He reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to women’s safety, dignity and self-reliance, describing women’s empowerment as an important pillar of the state’s development agenda.
The message also linked the spiritual significance of Maha Navami with the broader vision of a prosperous Uttar Pradesh, where women have greater opportunities to participate in economic and social development.
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Uttar Pradesh Before 2017: CM Yogi Criticises Previous Governments
Reflecting on the situation before 2017, Yogi Adityanath said that the state had been affected by riots, lawlessness and criminal activities, which had hindered development.
According to the Chief Minister, disorder had become widespread, while criminals, mafia groups and disruptive elements operated parallel systems of power. He said that disturbances often occurred before festivals, creating an atmosphere of insecurity among residents.
He further stated that parents were compelled to send their daughters to other states in search of a safer future.
The Chief Minister said these conditions had affected the state’s development and created obstacles to economic growth and public safety.
Law and Order Improved After 2017, Says CM Yogi
Highlighting the changes since 2017, the Chief Minister said the state government, under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, adopted a zero-tolerance policy towards crime and criminals.
He said the government focused on establishing the rule of law and transforming Uttar Pradesh from a state affected by unrest into one increasingly associated with festivals and celebrations.
According to Yogi Adityanath, efforts to improve women’s safety, dignity and self-reliance over the past nine and a half years have also contributed to changing Uttar Pradesh’s economic image.
He said the state had moved beyond its earlier perception as a BIMARU state and was emerging as a growth engine of the Indian economy.
Uttar Pradesh Records Growth in GSDP, Income and Investment
The Chief Minister highlighted several economic indicators to underline the state’s progress over the past nine and a half years.
According to the figures shared by him, Uttar Pradesh’s Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP), per capita income, budget and women’s labour force participation have increased threefold during this period.
He also stated that the state has consistently maintained a revenue-surplus position and received investment proposals worth more than ₹50 lakh crore.
The number of large factories in the state has increased two-and-a-half times, from 14,000 to 35,000, according to the Chief Minister.
He further said that investments have helped generate employment for more than 65 lakh young people.
Defence Industrial Corridor Strengthens Manufacturing
Yogi Adityanath highlighted the contribution of Uttar Pradesh’s Defence Industrial Corridor to India’s efforts to achieve self-reliance in defence manufacturing.
He said the state is playing an important role in strengthening domestic defence production and supporting the country’s broader manufacturing ambitions.
The corridor is part of the state’s efforts to attract industrial investment, expand manufacturing capabilities and create employment opportunities.
Uttar Pradesh Accounts for 60% of India’s Expressway Network
The Chief Minister also highlighted the state’s infrastructure development, stating that Uttar Pradesh now accounts for 60% of the country’s total expressway network.
He presented the expansion of road infrastructure as an important factor in improving connectivity and supporting economic activity across the state.
Improved transport infrastructure can help facilitate the movement of goods and people, strengthen industrial connectivity and support investment in different regions.
Agriculture Growth Rate Rises to 18%
According to the figures shared by Yogi Adityanath, Uttar Pradesh’s agricultural growth rate has increased from 8% to 18%.
He also highlighted employment generation through government recruitment, startups and the revival of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector.
The Chief Minister said that a fair and transparent recruitment process had resulted in the provision of 9.5 lakh government jobs to young people over the period.
Startup Ecosystem Expands, MSME Sector Generates 3 Crore Jobs
Yogi Adityanath said the number of startups in Uttar Pradesh had increased from 120 to more than 24,000.
He also highlighted the revival of the MSME sector, which he described as having been nearly inactive in the past.
According to the Chief Minister, the revival of MSMEs has helped create more than three crore employment opportunities in the state.
The government’s focus on startups, small businesses and manufacturing is aimed at expanding economic opportunities and supporting employment generation across different sectors.
‘Developed India, Developed Uttar Pradesh’ Remains the Goal
Concluding his message, Yogi Adityanath reiterated the state government’s commitment to the vision of ‘Sashakt Nari, Samriddh Uttar Pradesh’ (Empowered Women, Prosperous Uttar Pradesh).
He said the state’s double-engine government was continuing its efforts to achieve the broader objective of ‘Viksit Bharat, Viksit Uttar Pradesh’ (Developed India, Developed Uttar Pradesh).
The Chief Minister’s Navratri message combined the spiritual significance of Maa Siddhidatri with the government’s emphasis on women’s empowerment, improved law and order, infrastructure expansion, industrial investment and employment generation.
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