Yogi Adityanath

October 31, 2026 1:55 PM

PM Modi flags off Vande Bharat Sleeper Train between Varanasi and Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday flagged off the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train connecting Varanasi and New Delhi, marking the introduction of the next-generation overnight rail service on the route. Highlighting the new service, the Prime Minister said it would reduce travel time and provide passengers with a faster, more comfortable and seamless journey. He added that the train is equipped with modern amenities and an advanced safety system. In a post on X, PM Modi said the service would...

October 30, 2026 7:53 PM

Yogi Adityanath, Ashwini Vaishnaw to flag off Vande Bharat Sleeper Express between Varanasi and New Delhi tomorrow

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw will flag off the new Vande Bharat Sleeper Express services between Varanasi and New Delhi from Varanasi tomorrow, strengthening rail connectivity between the two cities and providing passengers with a faster overnight travel option. The new services will strengthen inter-city connectivity and provide passengers with a modern, comfortable and efficient option for long-distance overnight travel, accordi...

October 29, 2026 9:16 PM

UP govt allows appointments before completion of character verification

Young people selected for government jobs in Uttar Pradesh will no longer have to wait for their character verification reports before receiving appointment letters, according to an official statement on Thursday. The state government has issued a new unified policy on character and antecedent verification to simplify and expedite the recruitment process. Under the policy, selected candidates can be issued appointment letters subject to conditions even while police verification is underway. Th...

October 29, 2026 3:01 PM

UP has transformed under double-engine govt, says CM Yogi

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday highlighted the state's transformation in road, rail and air connectivity, saying improved infrastructure has opened up new opportunities for convenience, time savings, and prosperity. In a post on the social media platform X in Hindi, the Chief Minister said the condition of these key infrastructure sectors in Uttar Pradesh was poor before 2017. However, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the BJP's double-engine gove...

October 26, 2026 12:09 PM

Valmiki Jayanti: CM Yogi Adityanath gifts ₹411 cr infrastructure push to Kanpur, focuses on youth and tech innovation

Marking the occasion of Valmiki Jayanti, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday rolled out a major infrastructure boost for Kanpur Nagar by inaugurating and laying the foundation stone of 48 development projects worth over ₹411 crore, while also announcing the launch of the GCC Innovation Summit 2026 in Lucknow to open global tech research and high-skilled employment avenues for the youth. In a post on X on the occasion of Valmiki Jayanti, the Chief Minister stated that he wou...

October 25, 2026 3:20 PM

PM Modi Attends Air Force Day Aerial Display in Varanasi; ‘Wings over Ganges’ Showcases IAF Capabilities

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday attended the Indian Air Force Day Aerial Display 2026 at Namo Ghat in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, as part of celebrations marking the 94th anniversary of the Indian Air Force (IAF). The event, themed “Wings over Ganges”, was attended by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The aerial display featured a range of aircraft, including the indigenous Tejas light combat aircraft, the Light C...

October 25, 2026 1:13 PM

PM Modi Inaugurates New Garment Manufacturing Facility in Varanasi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated a new garment manufacturing facility in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, in the presence of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Following the inauguration, the Prime Minister interacted with workers and toured the manufacturing unit alongside the Chief Minister to review its facilities and operations. The two leaders also visited a product exhibition showcasing items manufactured at the facility. According to an official statement, the new unit is aimed a...

October 15, 2026 12:14 PM

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi to lay foundation stone for 600-flat housing project on land reclaimed from Atiq Ahmed

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday will lay the foundation stone for the Padma Lok Awas Yojana, an affordable housing project comprising around 600 flats on land reclaimed from mafia-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed in Prayagraj. The project is proposed on more than one hectare of land in the Sadar tehsil area. The Prayagraj Development Authority (PDA) aims to develop the site for affordable housing. PDA Vice-Chairman Rishi Raj said preparations were underway for the p...

October 15, 2026 11:43 AM

PM Modi Extends Navratri Greetings, Wishes Love and Harmony on Maa Skandamata Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended greetings to the people on the fifth day of Shardiya Navratri, dedicated to Goddess Skandamata, and wished that her blessings bring love, harmony and happiness to every family. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said the fifth day of Navratri is dedicated to the worship of Maa Skandamata, the fifth form of Goddess Durga. He expressed his heartfelt wish that the blessings of the goddess, who symbolises maternal affection and tenderness, would fil...

October 9, 2026 6:14 PM

Free LPG cylinders, AC electric buses: UP Cabinet approves more than 30 proposals

The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet on Friday approved a number of proposals, including continuation of the scheme to provide two free LPG cylinders in a year, facilitating the operation of 1,725 air-conditioned electric buses, launching of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Skill Training and Employment Zone development scheme, and providing three sarees every year to the state’s Anganwadi workers and helpers. Around 39 proposals were approved during the Cabinet meeting, chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanat...