U.P. a model of good governance today, says Yogi
LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday said good governance in Uttar Pradesh was a result of extensive reforms carried out by his government, rather than an overnight development.
Addressing the ‘Good Governance Day 2024’ programme held virtually in New Delhi, Adityanath said the state stood as a model of good governance in the country today.
Outlining the developmental strides made by the state in the last few years, Adityanath underscored the contrast with previous governments, which perpetuated societal divisions based on caste, creed, region, and language.
He said, “Uttar Pradesh had potential earlier also, but the previous governments failed to make good use of it. We have empowered the impoverished through a multitude of schemes, fostering self-reliance among them.”
Highlighting India’s potential to lead globally, the CM commended the organisers for organising the two-day ‘Good Governance Mahotsav 2024’ at the Dr Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi. He lauded the event for embodying the prime minister’s vision of a developed India.
The Chief Minister asserted that India, in the last decade, has emerged as a beacon of progress globally, capable of leadership even in challenging times. Furthermore, he mentioned the improvement in the domestic security landscape and the effective crackdown on corruption through the JAM (Jan Dhan, Aadhaar, and Mobile) Trinity, alongside ensuring last-mile delivery of government schemes through DBT.
Adityanath lamented the historical denigration of Indian traditions but expressed satisfaction in witnessing the global embrace of practices like yoga, symbolising a revival and recognition of India’s ancient wisdom and attributing it to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s initiatives.
He said, “The vision of Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat is being realised today. As many as 193 countries in the world celebrate June 21 as International Yoga Day. By connecting with this sage tradition of India, the whole world expresses gratitude towards our traditions. All this has been possible because of Prime Minister Modi.”
The CM elaborated on the ongoing development projects, emphasising infrastructure and connectivity enhancements in Uttar Pradesh, alongside significant strides in law-and-order enforcement.