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Yogi Adityanath

Yogi Adityanath, born Ajay Mohan Bisht, is an Indian politician and the current Chief Minister of the state of Uttar Pradesh in India. He was born on June 5, 1972, in Panchur, Uttarakhand, India.

He has been a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) since 1998 and was elected to the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Indian Parliament, from the Gorakhpur constituency in 1998, 1999, 2004, 2009, and 2014. Adityanath is the Mahant or head priest of the Gorakhnath Mutt, a Hindu temple in Gorakhpur, following the death of his spiritual 'father,' Mahant Avaidyanath in September 2014. He is also the founder of the Hindu Yuva Vahini, a social, cultural and nationalist group of youth who seek to provide rightist Hindu platform.

Days after taking charge of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ordered shut down of 'illegal' slaughter houses and a blanket ban on smuggling of cows. The state government officials were directed against using plastic products and pan masala in office premises. He also directed the state police to form anti-Romeo squads to check eve-teasing in the state.

The Yogi led UP govt also ordered a stay on Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) results after complaints of massive irregularities.

He also urged his ministers to shun sirens and hooters as they create noise pollution. Although he did not ban the red beacons.

In a big relief to farmers of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi on April 4, 2017, waived off the Rs 30,729 crore worth loan of small and marginal farmers in the state.

Under his leadership, the Bharatiya Janta Party won the Uttar Pradesh Assembly Elections 2022. He was sworn in as the Chief Minister of the state for the second consecutive time.

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CM yogi adityanath to ministers: Work in tandem with organisation

TNN / Sep 13, 2024, 11:59 (IST)

CM yogi adityanath reassigned district responsibilities among his council of ministers after new appointments and Jitin Prasada's exit. In a meeting, he allocated two districts to most cabinet ministers and one to junior ministers. The CM and Deputy CMs will review 25 districts each, with assignments rotating every four months for enhanced coordination.

Uttar Pradesh: CM yogi adityanath holds 'Janta Darbar' in Gorakhpur

ANI / Sep 22, 2024, 10:23 (IST)

Uttar Pradesh CM yogi adityanath held a 'Janta Darbar' in Gorakhpur to address public grievances. He inaugurated a floating restaurant at Ramgarhtal to boost tourism and distributed certificates for the Greenwood apartment housing project. Highlighting Gorakhpur's transformation, he mentioned improved infrastructure, reopened fertilizer factory, and enhanced medical services.

‘UP’s growth story not complete sans Kanpur’

TNN / Sep 25, 2024, 12:03 (IST)

Awanish Awasthi, advisor to CM yogi adityanath, called on Kanpur's entrepreneurs to envision a brighter future for the city. He emphasized leveraging its historical significance and institutions like IIT-Kanpur for growth. Citing UP’s progress under yogi adityanath as a model, he suggested focusing on tourism, IT parks, and traditional industries.

yogi adityanath unveils statue of Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya in Lucknow on his birth anniversary

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Sep 25, 2024, 10:56 (IST)

Chief Minister yogi adityanath unveiled a statue of Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya in Lucknow on his birth anniversary. He emphasized Upadhyaya's contributions to national development, particularly for the poor and farmers. The CM credited Upadhyaya's vision for India's progress and acknowledged his influence on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's policies.

Double engine govt transforming UP into model of devpt, security: Yogi

TNN / Sep 25, 2024, 01:01 (IST)

Trade show starts today, brace for traffic curbs on Noida expressway, DND

Sep 25, 2024, 00:34 (IST)

Trade show starts today, brace for traffic curbs on Noida e-way, DND

Sep 25, 2024, 00:34 (IST)

Yogi sets Oct 10 deadline for pothole-free roads in UP

Sep 24, 2024, 23:57 (IST)

CCTVs, masks & gloves ... : UP govt issues strict norms for eateries amid cases of food contamination

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Sep 24, 2024, 16:03 (IST)

Uttar Pradesh chief minister yogi adityanath has directed that names and addresses of operators, proprietors, and managers be displayed at all food centres. Chefs and waiters must wear masks and gloves, with CCTV installation mandatory in hotels and restaurants. This move follows recent incidents of food contamination reported in the state.

Earlier opposition stood with mafia, now creating hurdles in UP's development: CM yogi adityanath

TNN / Sep 24, 2024, 07:40 (IST)

UP CM yogi adityanath addressed a public meeting in Mirzapur, urging unity and criticizing the opposition for hindering Uttar Pradesh's development. Highlighting Ayodhya Dham's progress and Lord Ram Lalla's temple construction, he emphasized moving forward together. The event saw the inauguration of 127 development projects worth Rs 765 crore.

Speed up Ayushman card distribution to people above 70: Yogi to officials

TNN / Sep 24, 2024, 01:12 (IST)

Snatchings up in Ghaziabad city area, beat cops under lens

Sep 24, 2024, 01:00 (IST)

Finish hiring on time, be transparent: Yogi

TNN / Sep 24, 2024, 00:40 (IST)

Yogi visits Maa Vindhyavasini temple, takes stock of preparations for Navratri

Sep 24, 2024, 00:33 (IST)

'24 hours on the job': Awanish Kumar Awasthi on yogi adityanath's contribution to UP's growth story

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Sep 23, 2024, 19:09 (IST)

During TOI Dialogues in Kanpur, Awanish Kumar Awasthi highlighted Uttar Pradesh's transformation since 2017 under CM yogi adityanath. He discussed advancements in farmer empowerment, urban infrastructure, and essential services. Kanpur has notably benefited from these initiatives, showcasing the state's broader development agenda.

'Gyanvapi not mosque, but Vishwanath himself': UP CM yogi adityanath

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Sep 14, 2024, 16:02 (IST)

Uttar Pradesh chief minister yogi adityanath stated that Varanasi's Gyanvapi mosque should be recognized as Vishwanath (Lord Shiva) rather than a Muslim place of worship. This comes after a Varanasi court denied a petition for repairs at the site, which is contested by both Hindu and Muslim groups over its historical identity.

Present Cong party much like Babri in ruins: CM yogi adityanath in Haryana

TNN / Sep 23, 2024, 01:36 (IST)

Uttar Pradesh CM yogi adityanath criticized the Congress during rallies in Haryana, comparing it to the dilapidated Babri mosque. He urged voters to reject caste politics and support BJP for development. Adityanath highlighted improvements in Uttar Pradesh under BJP rule and criticized other parties for dynastic politics.