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UP Leads India In Infrastructure, Connectivity: CM Yogi Adityanath

Lucknow : Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath stated, Uttar Pradesh is steadily becoming a leader in infrastructure and connectivity in India. He mentioned that the state now accounts for 55% of the countrys total expressway network. Uttar Pradesh has the largest railway network in the country and is also at the forefront in air connectivity. The Chief Minister added, Indias first Rapid Rail and the first Inland Waterway were established in Uttar Pradesh. Additionally, the countrys first urban ropeway connecting cities is also in Uttar Pradesh. The state operates metro services in the highest number of cities. While four metro projects were mentioned in the budget speech, currently metro services are fully operational in six cities, and the seventh, Meerut will be added after its inauguration by the Prime Minister. The Chief Minister further stated that Eastern and Western corridors are being operated, and the junction of the Eastern and Western Freight Corridors is being developed in Uttar Pradesh, which will become a major logistics hub. Under the Inland Waterway project, multimodal terminals are being established to enable farmers vegetables and food grains to reach global markets. The Jewar International Airport is set to become Uttar Pradeshs fifth international airport and the largest airport in India. It is being developed over 12,000 acres of land and will have five runways. Around the airport, MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) facilities, aviation-based industrial clusters along the expressway, and defense manufacturing activities will be developed. UP CM Yogi Adityanath Highlights 60 Lakh Homes Built For Poor In 9 Years The Chief Minister also added currently 16 airports are operational in Uttar Pradesh, and construction is underway on five more. Development projects such as metro systems, expressways, ropeways, rapid rail, and inland waterways are progressing rapidly across the state. These projects are not only enhancing connectivity but also generating investment and employment opportunities. He emphasized that Uttar Pradeshs development model is setting an example for other states in the country. Improvements in infrastructure and logistics are transforming the state into a national and global hub of economic growth.

Yogi Adityanath Highlights UPs Healthcare Transformation And Encephalitis Control

Lucknow: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath clearly stated that for the government, announcements are not the benchmark-results are. Responding to opposition allegations, he said that before making any claims, one must examine the outcomes. What is the benefit of making tall claims if the results are zero? With this approach, he elaborated on the transformation in the states healthcare sector, effective control of encephalitis, expansion of medical infrastructure, and future plans for building a health economy. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath addressed Leader of Opposition Mata Prasad Pandey, saying, Children from his district had also fallen victim to encephalitis. He reminded him that during the four terms of the Samajwadi Party government, no one visited those children. Treatment and facilities are one aspect, but sensitivity is equally important. He stated confidently that the successful efforts to save children from encephalitis are credited to the Uttar Pradesh government under the dynamic leadership of the Prime Minister. This is an achievement of the BJP and the NDAs Double Engine Government. He said, The government has established effective control over encephalitis just as it has taken strict action against mafias. The government acts firmly not only against mafias but also against deadly mosquito-borne diseases, with encephalitis being a prime example. The Chief Minister said that the concept of One District, One Medical College was advanced by his government. The number of medical colleges in the state has increased from 36 to 81. The 81st medical college has been inaugurated in Amethi, and work is ongoing on several others. Two AIIMS are operational in Gorakhpur and Raebareli. Super-specialty facilities have been developed in several medical colleges. Free dialysis services are now available in every district. Under the Ayushman Bharat scheme, 5.46 crore Golden Cards have been issued in Uttar Pradesh. He added that flexibility has been shown regarding MLA funds, so that needy patients suffering from serious illnesses can receive assistance. If an MLA makes a recommendation, funds are provided without discrimination, no consideration of caste, vote, or religion. He also added, The government stands with every needy person. Regarding ICU facilities, complaints were received earlier against some private hospitals. Investigations were conducted and certain hospitals were removed from the scheme. However, pending cases were provided funds again. No limits have been set, every needy patient is being assisted. The Chief Minister emphasized the need to control arbitrariness by private hospitals. If the government is making payments according to CGHS rates, hospitals must cooperate. Any remaining payment will be arranged by the government. This money does not belong to any individual; it belongs to the people of the state and must be used in their interest. He mentioned that 41,868 paramedics have been recruited so far and have joined various institutions. More than 4,110 appointments have been made in medical education. In total, 45,978 recruitments have been made in the health and medical education sectors. The government has not shown any negligence in this regard. He further stated that ICU, mini-ICU, digital X-ray, blood bank, dialysis units, and oxygen plants are now available across the state. He said, In rural areas, Chief Minister Arogya Fairs are organized every Sunday. Emergency medical services have been made more accessible through 108 and 102 ambulance services. Looking toward the future, the government is focusing on AI, genomics, telemedicine, med-tech, and health-tech. Provisions have been made for these sectors in the budget. Work is underway to develop Centers of Excellence. Uttar Pradesh will not only become a large healthcare market but also a major hub for pharma production and manufacturing. The process of establishing a Pharma Park in Lalitpur is progressing. Recently, top pharma entrepreneurs from India and abroad participated in a Pharma Conclave held in Lucknow. Additionally, work on the Medical Device Park in Gautam Buddha Nagar is progressing rapidly, which will ensure affordable and high-quality medical equipment. Through all these efforts, Uttar Pradesh is moving steadily toward comprehensive transformation in the healthcare sector, and the government is continuously working in this direction.

UP CM Yogi Adityanath Highlights 60 Lakh Homes Built For Poor In 9 Years

Lucknow: Chief Minister said that the state government is rapidly advancing towards achieving the goal of zero poverty. He claimed that schemes run for the poor, destitute women, workers and deprived sections in the last nine years have changed the social-economic picture of Uttar Pradesh. The government has risen above the politics of appeasement and worked on the model of satisfaction, whose objective is to deliver the benefits of schemes to every eligible person. Chief Minister said, Action has been taken on a wide scale to give pension to destitute women, job card and ration card to the needy, homes to those who did not have homes and residential lease to those who did not have ownership of land. He said that so far 60 lakh poor families have been provided one home each. Chief Minister targeted previous governments saying that earlier poor were given only 20,000 under Indira Awaas Yojana, which were not sufficient and nor could homes be completed on time. During that period, the benefits of schemes reached only limited sections. In contrast, the present double engine government is providing 2.5 lakh in urban areas and 1.20 lakh in rural areas for home construction. In addition, an assistance of 12 to 15 thousand is given for toilet construction. Along with this, remuneration equivalent to 90 days of wages under MGNREGA is also provided to the beneficiary, so that economic support in home construction can be ensured. Chief Minister said, as a result of these schemes and comprehensive development efforts, more than 6 crore people have come out of multidimensional poverty. He called it proof of the governments result-based work style. Chief Minister said that a new scheme is being brought for housing for remaining needy sections like sanitation workers and construction workers. Its announcement will be made in the upcoming budget speech. He said that the governments goal is that no eligible person remains deprived of government assistance. UP CM Yogi Adityanaths ODOP Scheme Generates 3.16 Lakh Jobs Since 2018 Chief Minister said, The governments effort is not limited to only housing or economic assistance, but to ensure comprehensive development through coordinated expansion of social security, employment and basic facilities. Har garib ko chhat, har nirashrit ko samman aur har zaruratmand ko adhikar with this spirit the state is advancing towards zero poverty. He reiterated, this money is of the public and it is being used only in the interest of the public. The governments priority is that the benefits of development reach every section without discrimination and Uttar Pradesh sets a new example in the field of poverty eradication.

Palghar Police Arrest Habitual Offender For Cheating Senior Citizen Of 2 Lakh At Bank

Palghar: The Crime Detection Team of Bolinj Police Station has successfully arrested an accused involved in cheating an elderly man inside a bank premises and has recovered assets linked to the offence, police officials said. The incident took place at the State Bank of India (SBI), Virar West, where the accused approached the senior citizen under the pretext of helping him fill out a bank form. On January 9, 2026, the accused gained the victims trust and falsely claimed that the balance amount from the complainants account could be transferred into a mode balance account. Misleading the elderly man, the accused convinced him to withdraw 2,00,000 in cash from his bank account. However, instead of depositing the amount as promised, he allegedly took the money for personal gain and fled, thereby cheating the complainant. Following the complaint, Bolinj Police registered a case under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. With fraud-related offences increasing in the area, the crime detection team launched an intensive investigation. The accused was initially staying temporarily at a dormitory in Dadar, Mumbai, but had vacated the premises. Police later found that the mobile number provided was false. Further inquiry revealed that the accused was originally from Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh and was frequently travelling between cities such as Lucknow and Delhi to evade arrest. On January 26, 2026, police received information that he had returned to Mumbai. Using technical and cyber investigation skills, PSI Kiran Vanjari and his team successfully tracked and arrested the accused in Dadar. Fake Call Centre Saga: CBI Grills Nashik, Palghar Cops Over Igatpuri Call Centre Operations Also Watch: The arrested accused has been identified as Brijkumar Santoshkumar Wadhwani (62). During the investigation, police seized a mobile phone worth 25,500 and lien-marked 1,51,287 from the accuseds bank account. In total, assets worth 1,76,787 were recovered. The investigation also led to the detection of another related fraud case registered at Malad Police Station in Mumbai. Police stated that the accused is a habitual offender with several cheating and fraud cases registered against him across Maharashtra and Gujarat, including Amravati, Bhusawal, Wardha, Vadodara and Gondia. Further inquiries are ongoing. To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/

Six-year-old killed as car hits auto, pedestrians in Lucknow; accused held

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Uttar Pradesh News: Class 12 Student Held After SUV Mows Down Six In Lucknow | VIDEO

Lucknow: Police have arrested a Class 12 student, Gaurav Singh, for mowing down six people with his car in a hit and run incident in the Banthra area of Lucknow. CCTV footage of the incident has surfaced, showing the accused driving at high speed. Police said Gaurav was returning from a farewell party and his girlfriend was also in the car at the time of the crash. A six-year-old boy, Dikshant, who had gone to the market with his grandmother, died on the spot after being run over. Five others were left critically injured and are undergoing treatment at local hospitals. The child was a resident of Unnao and was staying with his mother Sadhna at his maternal home in Lucknow. He was a student of Kendriya Vidyalaya. The accident took place around 7 pm on Thursday near the Hanuman temple on Kanpur Road in the Banthra area. The CCTV footage emerged on Friday. Eyewitnesses said that as soon as the car stopped after the crash, the girl stepped out of the vehicle, while the student fled from the spot in the car. The boys mother reached the hospital after being informed and broke down when she saw her sons body. CCTV footage of the hit-and-run incident in UP's Lucknow where allegedly a class 12 student at the wheels of a speeding car mowed a 6-year-old and injuring multiple others on the busy road. https://t.co/w2Ldnw5sWo pic.twitter.com/ry6CpPVXQA Piyush Rai (@Benarasiyaa) February 13, 2026 ACP Krishna Nagar Rajneesh Verma said the police traced the car and arrested Gaurav Singh. The Desire car used in the incident has been seized. The officer said the car was being driven recklessly and went out of control. Gaurav is a Class 12 student of Awadh Collegiate and is 21 years old. Yogi Govt Clears Mega AI Data Hub On 289 Acres Along Yamuna Expressway Also Watch: DCP South Nipun Agrawal said the accused was accompanied by his classmate at the time of the accident. She got down at the spot after the crash and was briefly held by locals before being handed over to the police. RTO Sanjay Tiwari said the driving licence of the accused has been cancelled. As per the licence records, Gaurav Singh was born on January 21, 2005, and his permanent licence was issued on February 13, 2024. The licence has now been suspended for six months. Police said a case has been registered under relevant sections of the law and further investigation is underway.

Mukhtar Ansari associate Shoaib Bobby Kidwai shot dead on LucknowAyodhya highway

The deceased, who faces multiple cases, was travelling in a sedan car from Lucknow to Barabanki when motorcycle-borne assailants intercepted his vehicle shortly after it descended from the highway.

UP: Former Shooter Linked To Mukhtar Ansari Gang Gunned Down In Barabanki | VIDEO

Lucknow: A former sharpshooter allegedly associated with the gang of late gangster-turned-politician Mukhtar Ansari was shot dead in Uttar Pradeshs Barabanki district on Thursday, police said. The deceased, identified as Shoaib alias Bobby, was travelling from Barabanki to Lucknow when unidentified assailants opened fire on his vehicle in the Asaini area. According to police, around 15 rounds were fired at the car, killing him on the spot. # pic.twitter.com/g0kyOeSVzU Gyanendra Shukla (@gyanu999) February 13, 2026 Linked To 1999 Jailer Murder Case Police sources said Shoaib Bobby had earlier been identified as a shooter for the Ansari gang. He was also an accused in the 1999 murder of Lucknow jailer R.K. Tiwari, a case that had drawn significant attention at the time. Authorities have launched an investigation to ascertain the motive behind the attack and to identify those involved. Senior police officials said teams have been formed to track down the attackers. Mukhtar Ansari Mukhtar Ansari, a controversial figure in Uttar Pradeshs Purvanchal region, was both a powerful politician and a dreaded gangster. Elected five times as an MLA from Mau between 1996 and 2017, he faced more than 65 criminal cases, including multiple murder charges. He was convicted in several cases, including receiving life imprisonment in connection with the 2005 killing of BJP MLA Krishnanand Rai. Ansari had been lodged in jail since 2005 and died of cardiac arrest in Banda jail on March 28, 2024. His family had alleged poisoning, though the autopsy report ruled it a natural death. With his demise, many believe an era of strong criminal-political influence in eastern Uttar Pradesh came to an end, though rivalries and related cases continue.

'Will You Run The House?': Speaker Satish Mahana Loses Temper, Throws Headphones During UP Assembly Budget Session | VIDEO

Lucknow: High drama unfolded on the fifth day of the Uttar Pradesh Budget Assembly Session after Speaker Satish Mahana lost his temper during chaotic proceedings and briefly adjourned the House. The disruption occurred during a discussion on recruitments related to the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission, to which Finance Minister Suresh Khanna was responding. ... , MLA , , BJP - pic.twitter.com/fDAy4qK6HS Priya singh (@priyarajputlive) February 13, 2026 Chaos During Recruitment Discussion As the minister answered queries, several MLAs from both the treasury and opposition benches rose simultaneously to express their views. Repeated interruptions led to mounting disorder in the House. BJP MLA Ketki Singh also stood up to speak, prompting the Speaker to ask her to resume her seat and adhere to House rules. However, the commotion continued despite repeated warnings. Speaker Halts Proceedings An agitated Mahana questioned whether members intended to run the House themselves. In a visible display of frustration, he removed and threw his headphones before adjourning the House for about 10 minutes. The moment, captured on video, has since gone viral on social media. Assembly Budget Session: BMC To Face Heat In House With 30 Questions Lined Up House Reconvenes Amid Lighter Mood When proceedings resumed, the atmosphere appeared calmer. Several MLAs were seen conferring with the Speaker outside the chamber in an attempt to defuse tensions. In a lighter turn, Finance Minister Suresh Khanna recited a few lines of poetry, easing the mood and helping restore order in the House.

Mafia don Mukhtar Ansaris shooter Shoaib Kidwai shot dead in UP's Barabanki

A close associate of slain mafia don Mukhtar Ansari, Shoaib Kidwai alias Bobby, was shot dead in broad daylight in Barabanki. Motorcycle-borne assailants intercepted his car and fired over ten rounds. Police are scanning CCTV footage and have launched combing operations, suspecting gang rivalry as the motive.

Bike first, crowd next: 6-year-old dead as speeding car leaves trail of destruction in Lucknow CCTV shows horror

A speeding car driven by a 21-year-old student ran over six pedestrians near Hanuman Temple in Lucknow's Banthra area, killing a six-year-old boy. The accused, Gaurav Singh, was arrested within hours based on CCTV footage after he attempted to flee the scene. The vehicle, registered in Kanpur, has been seized.

UP: 6-year-old killed as Class 12 student rams car into auto, pedestrians

Lucknow: A six-year-old boy was killed, and four people were injured after a 21-year-old student returning from a farewell party rammed his car into an autorickshaw and pedestrians in the Banthra area of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, police said on Friday, February 13. According to preliminary inquiry, the speeding car hit an autorickshaw before ploughing into Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Class 12 Student Returning From Farewell Runs Over 5 In Lucknow, 6-Year-Old Dies

A Class 12 student returning from a farewell party allegedly lost control of his speeding car in Lucknow, hitting a parked bike and then running over several people. The incident left a six-year-old boy dead and four others injured.

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6-year-old killed, 5 injured as speeding car mows down pedestrians near Hanuman Temple in Lucknow

A speeding car tragically killed a six-year-old boy and injured five others, including two women and two children, near Hanuman Temple in Banthra. The driver allegedly accelerated to flee after initially hitting a parked motorcycle, causing further casualties among pedestrians.

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