GORAKHPUR, Jan 2 : Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday said that while previous governments focused on stifling development by shutting down industries and factories, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) led double-engine government is actively creating an environment conducive to progress through new initiatives and constructions.
Speaking at the foundation stone laying and inauguration ceremony for nine development projects worth Rs 1,533 crore in Gorakhpur, the CM highlighted examples like the revival of the Gorakhpur fertilizer factory and the Pipraich sugar mill.
“Previous governments had closed these facilities and were preparing to sell them. The double-engine government has proven they can be revitalized and made operational again,” he said.
Yogi emphasised that UP is poised to accelerate its development in the new year under the double-engine government. “Job and employment opportunities will grow rapidly, ensuring our youth no longer need to migrate elsewhere for work,” he said.
During the event at Janta Inter College, Chargawan, the Chief Minister inaugurated five development projects worth Rs 53.74 crore and laid the foundation stone for four projects of Rs 1,478.81 crore. He said that these initiatives would further strengthen the vision of a modern and prosperous Gorakhpur in the years to come.
While highlighting the transformative changes brought by the double-engine government, he said, “During the Samajwadi Party (SP) government, children were dying in large numbers due to encephalitis. These children were the trust of society and the nation, but those who divided society along caste lines paid no attention. Tragically, 90 percent of the children who succumbed to encephalitis belonged to Dalit and minority communities.”
Yogi said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the double-engine government has successfully eradicated encephalitis from the state.
Referring to the development of Gorakhpur, he said, “Today’s Gorakhpur reflects the vision of a modern UP and a modern India. During the SP government, there was no electricity, no access to proper healthcare and even BRD Medical College was in a deplorable state, unable to provide adequate treatment.”
The Chief Minister said that in 1990s, the SP and Congress governments shut down the Gorakhpur fertilizer factory. “The Pipraich sugar mill was also closed, with plans underway to sell it. Roads were in such poor condition that it was hard to tell whether they were covered in potholes or the potholes were part of the road. Ramgarh Taal was nothing more than a garbage dump,” he said.
Yogi said, “Now, under the double-engine government, Ramgarh Taal has become a thriving tourist destination. The Gorakhpur fertilizer factory and Pipraich sugar mill have been revived. BRD Medical College has been upgraded and AIIMS is operational in Gorakhpur. The city is now connected with two-lane, four-lane, and six-lane roads.”
He said that once the work on the Godhdhoiya Nala project is completed, the issue of waterlogging will be resolved permanently.
The CM emphasised the importance of having a passion for work and a sense of accountability toward society, stating that with these qualities, all challenges can be overcome. Yogi highlighted the significant developments in Gorakhpur, mentioning the operational Pipraich sugar mill, a functional fertilizer factory, and the newly opened zoo.
He said, “Gorakhpur now enjoys excellent road connectivity with key cities like Lucknow and Varanasi. This development has brought new employment opportunities to the region.”
The CM said that over the past five years, Gorakhpur has witnessed investments worth Rs 15,000 crore to Rs 20,000 crore. “These investments have led to the establishment of industries, providing thousands of youth with guaranteed employment,” he said.
Yogi said, “Today, Gorakhpur is home to four universities, and a veterinary college is also under construction, further strengthening the region’s educational and economic landscape.”
The Chief Minister said that this year is set to be crucial, marking the beginning of significant development works. He mentioned that the veterinary college being established in Gorakhpur will provide training in animal husbandry. Additionally, an agricultural university is being set up in Kushinagar to offer training in modern agricultural technologies to farmers, alongside agricultural studies.
Yogi also highlighted that farmers will have the opportunity to learn new methods at the newly renovated agricultural school in Gorakhpur.
The CM said that the double-engine BJP government is drawing global attention by focusing on both development and the preservation of heritage. “This government is fully committed to the progress and preservation of our cultural heritage,” he said.
Yogi announced that the first Maha Kumbh of the century will be held in Prayagraj from Paush Purnima on January 13 to Mahashivratri on February 26, calling it a momentous event that has come after 144 years. “The government has made elaborate arrangements for the Prayagraj Maha Kumbh. Devotees from across the country and the world will gather here, experiencing the unparalleled hospitality of UP,” he said.
The Chief Minister highlighted that last year, after a 500-year wait, Lord Ramlala was installed in Ayodhya. “This year, with the Maha Kumbh, UP will once again captivate the world by connecting development with its rich heritage,” he said.
Extending his wishes for the new year, as well as for the upcoming Khichdi Mela and Maha Kumbh, Yogi emphasised the importance of the double-engine government in solving problems and advancing the development process. “Rapid development can only be achieved when there is a government with similar ideologies both at the centre and the state,” he said.
The CM stressed the need for self-discipline to connect with development, ensuring that the benefits of government schemes reach every eligible individual. He highlighted the importance of inclusive participation, stating that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s mantra of Sabka Saath-Sabka Vikas aims to ensure that every deprived person, farmer, woman, and youth benefits from the schemes, without discrimination.
Yogi said, “The double-engine government is fully committed to this mission. We hope that the people’s blessings will continue to support the double-engine government in its journey of development and heritage.”
(UNI)
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