Delhi-NCR to remain dry as IMD forecasts clear skies; mercury to touch 34 degree Celsius
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 22 (IANS) The national Capital is likely to witness clear skies and relatively pleasant weather on Tuesday, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting a minimum temperature of around 24 degree Celsius and a maximum of nearly 34 degree Celsius. According to the weather agency, Delhi is expected to remain largely dry throughout the day, marking a change from the cloudy conditions and occasional showers witnessed recently. The forecast of clearer skies could provide some relief from the persistent humidity experienced across the city over the past few weeks. The relative humidity is likely to remain around 60 per cent, while weather conditions are expected to be generally comfortable for residents. However, temperatures are likely to rise during the afternoon before easing later in the day. Among the weather stations in the national Capital, Palam is likely to record a minimum temperature of around 23 degree Celsius. Lodi Road and Ayanagar may register minimum temperatures of 24.3 degree Celsius and 24.2 degree Celsius, respectively. The Ridge could witness a comparatively cooler morning, with the minimum temperature expected to settle at around 22.5 degree Celsius. While Delhi-NCR is likely to remain dry on Tuesday, several other parts of the country are expected to experience rainfall and thunderstorms in the coming days due to a weather system developing over the Bay of Bengal. Odisha is likely to witness some of the most intense weather activity as a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal becomes more organised. The system is expected to move towards the South Odisha-North Andhra Pradesh coast and reach the west-central and adjoining northwest Bay of Bengal near the coast around the morning of September 23. The IMD has issued a red alert for extremely heavy rainfall exceeding 20 cm in Kandhamal, Gajapati, Ganjam and Puri on September 23. A similar red alert has been issued for Kalahandi, Kandhamal and Rayagada for September 24. Rainfall is expected to remain active across Odisha until September 27, with different districts placed under red, orange and yellow alerts depending on the anticipated intensity of rainfall. Kerala is also likely to experience wet conditions during the week. Light to moderate rainfall has been forecast in several areas between September 21 and 25, while isolated heavy showers are possible in Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Idukki and Thrissur. The IMD has advised residents in areas vulnerable to waterlogging and landslides to remain alert and follow instructions issued by local authorities. Weather activity is also expected to increase across parts of the Northeast and eastern India. Assam and Meghalaya may experience thunderstorms and lightning on September 22, followed by heavy rainfall between September 23 and 25. Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim could witness thunderstorms, lightning and squally conditions on September 22. Heavy rainfall is likely in these areas on September 23 and 24, while very heavy showers are possible on September 25. East Uttar Pradesh is expected to see increased rainfall activity from September 24, accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and squall-like conditions. Similar weather is likely to develop over West Uttar Pradesh from September 25. In contrast, Delhi-NCR, including Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad and Faridabad, is unlikely to receive significant rainfall on Tuesday. The region is expected to remain predominantly dry as the southwest monsoon continues to withdraw from northwest India. However, weather conditions could become more active towards the end of the week, with the IMD forecasting thunderstorms, lightning and squall-like conditions over Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi between September 25 and 27. The developing weather system over the Bay of Bengal is expected to remain the primary factor influencing rainfall and thunderstorm activity across several parts of the country in the coming days.
UP Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar Claims Uttar Pradesh To Be Split Into 4 States
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Digital Desk | Nalagarh, Sep 21 (IANS) The body of a 21-year-old migrant worker was recovered from bushes near Chonkiwala in Nalagarh subdivision on Monday evening. The deceased, identified as Rajeev, had been missing for around three days. His family identified him based on his clothes and other belongings. According to the information, Rajeev left his home after breakfast about three days ago but did not return. His family, which resides in Kripalpur and works as labourers, searched for him at several locations. A missing person complaint was reportedly filed at the Nalagarh police station. The body was discovered after a woman noticed a foul smell emanating from the bushes near Chonkiwala. She alerted residents and the authorities, following which the police reached the spot and recovered the body. Rajeev's father, Mahendra, said their family originally belonged to Lakshmipur in Uttar Pradesh and had migrated to the area for livelihood. He said Rajeev worked alongside the family and had been missing since leaving home three days earlier. Mahendra expressed suspicion that unidentified individuals may have murdered his son and that his body could have been dumped in the bushes. He urged the police and administration to conduct a thorough investigation, identify those responsible and take strict legal action. Rajeev's friend Bansi also confirmed that he had been missing for approximately three days. He said the condition of the body had deteriorated considerably and expressed suspicion that Rajeev might have been killed before his body was abandoned at the site. The police have taken the body into custody and initiated an investigation. However, the suspected murder has not yet been confirmed. The exact cause of death will be established after the post-mortem examination and further investigation. The bereaved family has appealed to senior police and administrative officials to ensure an impartial investigation, establish the circumstances surrounding Rajeev's death and bring those found responsible to justice.
Ram Temple theft case: Uttar Pradesh to file charge sheet in 2 days, Supreme Court told
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Air Chief Marshal meets school children at Sarsawa Air Base
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh interacted with school children at Air Force Station Sarsawa on Monday during an official visit. The Indian Air Force described the meeting as a candid interaction marked by curiosity, smiles and light-hearted exchanges. The engagement took place on the sidelines of the Air Chiefs visit to the operational base in Uttar Pradesh. Students from local schools and those associated with the station had the opportunity to meet the senior-most officer of the Indian Air Force in an informal setting. Photographs shared by the IAF on its X handle showed the Air Chief listening to questions from the children and sharing moments of laughter. Such interactions are part of the Air Forces outreach efforts to inspire the younger generation. By engaging directly with students, the force seeks to acquaint them with values of discipline, service and national pride. The Chief of the Air Staff's presence gave the children a rare opportunity to interact with the leadership of one of the countrys key defence services. Air Force Station Sarsawa, located in Saharanpur district, is an important operational base. Visits by senior leadership usually include reviews of operational readiness, infrastructure and personnel welfare. The interaction with school children was organised alongside the official programme, reflecting the forces emphasis on connecting with communities around its bases. The IAF post highlighted the meeting's cheerful, inquisitive atmosphere. Children appeared enthusiastic, asking questions and engaging freely with the Air Chief. Informal conversation underscored the accessible nature of the interaction. For the Air Force, engagements of this kind serve a dual purpose: they give young students a first-hand look at the service and its leadership, while also inspiring potential future aspirants. The interaction at Sarsawa adds to a series of outreach activities undertaken by the Air Chief during his visits across the country, reaffirming the IAFs commitment to engaging with the next generation.
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Digital Desk | Talwandi Sabo (Punjab), Sep 21 (IANS) Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday said that Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Manns deadlines to make the state drug-free had repeatedly expired without achieving the promised goal. Whatever time is left for this government, it should stop patronising the drug mafia and start working against it, said the minister while addressing a public gathering in Talwandi Sabo during the flagging off of the fourth Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra. Before addressing the rally, Chouhan offered prayers at Takht Sri Damdama Sahib for a drug-free Punjab. After addressing the gathering, he flagged off the Yatra along with BJP national General Secretary and Punjab in-charge Satish Poonia, state BJP President Kewal Singh Dhillon, BJP national Vice-President Manpreet Singh Badal, Rajya Sabha MP Tarun Chugh, former state president Sunil Jakhar, state General Secretary Anil Sareen and other party leaders. Questioning the Punjab governments claims of eradicating drugs, Chouhan accused the Aam Aadmi Party of pushing Punjab towards destruction through the drug menace. He said that while paying obeisance at the fifth Takht of the Sikh community had filled him with renewed energy, seeing the plight of mothers who had lost their sons and women who had lost their husbands to drugs had left him deeply saddened. AAP has committed the grave sin of pushing the heirs of Shaheed Bhagat Singh towards drugs. The drug menace is destroying the youth who should have been leading Punjab towards progress, he said. The BJP, he said, has resolved to make Punjab drug-free, and we will not back down. Remember, I am the same Shivraj Chouhan who, after assuming office in Madhya Pradesh, eliminated dacoits from the Chambal region within six months. If the BJP forms the government in Punjab, we will uproot the drug menace, Chouhan said, while criticising the AAP-led government for showing black flags against the drug-free Punjab yatra. He said the message from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for Punjab was clear: the BJP would not rest until the state was made drug-free. Just as gangsterism has been tackled in Uttar Pradesh, violence in Kashmir and Naxalism in the country, drug traffickers in Punjab will also be eliminated, he said. Concluding his speech, Chouhan appealed to the youth of Punjab to join the Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra. He called upon the people to take a pledge that they would not rest until Punjab was made drug-free. Punjab BJP President Kewal Singh Dhillon said that the party is committed to eradicating drugs from Punjab. He said that anyone who raised their voice for their rights in Punjab was treated as an enemy by the Aam Aadmi Party government. He said that only the BJP could pull the people of Punjab out of this quagmire. He appealed to the people to vote the BJP into power if they wanted to save their children and see Punjab become economically stronger. Speaking on the occasion, former Punjab BJP President Sunil Jakhar said that an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) had been murdered in Amritsar two days earlier. A few days before that, ASI Harjit Singh had been killed, while ASI Joga Singh had also been murdered previously. Jakhar said that under the Mann government, a state of lawlessness was spreading across Punjab and gangsters were operating without fear. He said that before coming to power, the Aam Aadmi Party had promised the people of Punjab that drugs would be eradicated from the state. However, the exact opposite was happening. Referring to the recently released Punjabi film Satluj, which premiered on an OTT platform, Jakhar challenged Chief Minister Mann to collect records from crematorium registers and inform the public how many young people had died due to drugs, if he dared to do so. BJP leader Manpreet Singh Badal said the BJP was taking a pledge from the sacred land of Talwandi Sabo to destroy the drug network in Punjab. He said the Mann government had failed on every front and that expecting anything from it would be dishonest. He added that if the BJP came to power, Punjab would be freed from its hardships and would become economically stronger.
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Ram temple donation row: UP SIT to file charge sheet within 2 days, identifies 105 incidents
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh government on Monday informed the Supreme Court that the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the alleged financial irregularities in donations and offerings at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya has substantially completed its investigation and will file the charge sheet within the next two days. A Bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohana was hearing a batch of petitions seeking a court-monitored investigation into alleged financial irregularities in the handling of donations and offerings received by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. Appearing for the Centre and the Uttar Pradesh government, Solicitor General (SG) Tushar Mehta told the apex court that the status report had been submitted in a sealed cover. SG Mehta also informed the CJI-led Bench that the deadline for filing the charge sheet expires on September 25 and said that the charge sheet would be filed within the next two days. The Uttar Pradesh government further informed the Supreme Court that the investigation has been completed to a substantial extent and that the chargesheet would be filed before the competent court upon completion of the remaining formalities. Taking the submission on record, the bench permitted the Sessions Judge concerned to pass an appropriate order in accordance with law. The status report placed before the apex court also detailed the manner in which the SIT analysed CCTV footage and other material to identify the accused persons, besides examining records relating to donations and offerings. According to the status report, analysis of CCTV footage revealed 105 incidents of theft of donations at the temple. The status report also informed the top court that receipts for valuable items received as offerings are generated through software and that such valuables are kept in State Bank of India (SBI) lockers. The latest developments come after the Supreme Court had directed the Uttar Pradesh government to reconstitute the SIT probing the alleged irregularities and ensure a fair, speedy and qualitative investigation. At an earlier hearing, the Uttar Pradesh government had informed the apex court that the SIT had been reconstituted with senior IPS officers and had taken charge of the investigation. The reconstituted SIT is headed by Inspector General of Police Kiran S., with DIG Ayodhya Somen Verma and SSP Ayodhya Dr Gaurav Grover as members. The Supreme Court had also indicated that a forensic auditor should be associated with the investigation in view of the allegations concerning the handling of trust funds. The petitions before the Supreme Court seek a court-monitored investigation into alleged financial irregularities in the handling of donations and offerings received by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has also appointed Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra (retd) as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), with the officer having assumed full charge of operations.
From Mahoba to Shirdi, PM Surya Ghar Yojana ushers in new dawn for people
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) The Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is delivering unprecedented benefits to thousands of citizens across the country, helping them light their homes with free electricity generated from rooftop solar panels. The eco-friendly measure is impacting the lives of millions in more ways than one replacing fossil fuels with renewable energy, keeping nature clean, and also empowering PM Surya Ghar beneficiaries to generate income from surplus power. Under this PM Surya Ghar yojana, both the central and state governments are providing subsidies to install solar panels and connect households to solar energy. A couple of beneficiaries, from Uttar Pradesh to Maharashtra, spoke to IANS, describing the scheme's impact on their lives. Beneficiaries in Mahoba, Uttar Pradesh, said their monthly electricity bills have dropped significantly after installing solar panels, leading to higher savings. They praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi and expressed gratitude for the scheme's benefits. Beneficiary Jageshwar Chaurasia told IANS that his monthly electricity bill previously ranged from 2,000 to 2,500, but after installing solar panels, it has dropped to zero. Another beneficiary, Monu Chaurasia, said his monthly electricity bill used to be around 3,000, and after installing solar panels, it has dropped to as low as 200300. In Maharashtras Shirdi district, a beneficiary named Mangesh Jibhkate noted a significant change in his electricity expenses after installing solar panels. Previously, his monthly bill ranged from 1,500 to 2,000, but it was reduced to a nominal amount. He received a subsidy of 75,000 under the scheme and faced no major difficulties in obtaining it. He added that installing solar panels provided considerable relief from power outages for people in the vicinity. He mentioned that his bill now comes to around 130. Previously, only standard household electrical appliances were used at his home, and now electric vehicles and electric stoves are also being used; despite that the electricity bill has remained around 130. Notably, the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana recently crossed a landmark milestone with over 50 lakh households benefiting from the rooftop solar installations across the country.
AIMIM ends up backing BJP: MP Imran Masood hits out at Owaisi
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) Hitting back at AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi for his plea on Monday to political peers touting an alliance before the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, Congress MP Imran Masood said that even after winning 5-7 seats, AIMIM ends up supporting a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government. Masood remarked that even if Owaisi manages to get 57 MLAs elected, they ultimately support a BJP government. What happened in Bihar? The BJP formed the government, didnt it? he asked. He added that elections cannot be won solely on Muslim votes, nor can Muslims alone ensure victory. According to him, the BJP has broken the myth that elections cannot be won without Muslim votes. If we continue to play on those lines, we will be making the BJP victorious. Muslims are the most oppressed community in Uttar Pradesh; they face the most atrocities and violence, he said. AIMIM chiefs remarks drew flak from other Congress leaders as well. Congress spokesperson Surendra Rajput claimed that AIMIM and BJP were in alliance. Reacting to Owaisis statement, he said, We appeal to the media not to spread confusion. There is no talk of an alliance from our side. Owaisi Sahib only talks about Muslims, while the BJP only talks about Hindus. Their alliance is with each other behind the scenes. Rajput further clarified that there had been neither any discussion nor any talks of an alliance from the Congress side. No alliance can be formed by putting a gun to someones ear, he said. Another Congress leader, Asim Waqr, recalled that when a journalist asked Owaisi a question, he replied, Yes, after 10 years, they have realised that I am a BJP agent. Referring to past incidents, Waqr said, In 1985, his respected father Salahuddin Owaisi became an MP, and after that, he remained with the Congress. Then the Moradabad incident happened, which his people cite when they say the Congress is oppressive. Then the Bhagalpur incident occurred, which they also cite when saying the Congress is cruel to Muslims. Then the Babri Masjid issue happened after that, Salahuddin Owaisi had to confess to the Quran. He claimed that AIMIM continued to blame Congress and the Samajwadi Party (SP), calling both parties enemies of Muslims. They continued to say this for 29 years, and now he is urging with folded hands that we should take them with us, that we should form an alliance, Waqar retorted. If indeed we are enemies of Muslims, then why are you asking to come into an alliance with us? And if at all you want us to join hands, then we are good people, he concluded.
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'Owaisi, Akhilesh and Rahul will not form alliance: UP minister OP Rajbhar
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 21 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Minister and Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP) chief Om Prakash Rajbhar has said that AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi are unlikely to come together for an alliance ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. Responding to Owaisis recent remarks on a possible alliance, Rajbhar said the differences over political leadership and representation would make such an arrangement difficult. They will not form an alliance, so they should not remain under any illusion. Akhilesh Yadav and Rahul Gandhi consider themselves leaders of the Muslim community. Owaisi ji wants a Muslim to become Chief Minister. Neither Akhilesh Yadav nor Rahul Gandhi likes that, so how will these people form an alliance? Rajbhar told IANS. Rajbhar also reiterated his position that Uttar Pradesh could eventually be divided into four states, with the eastern region of Purvanchal becoming a separate state. There is such a large population in Purvanchal, and the most important thing is that Uttar Pradesh is the largest state in the country. Sooner or later, whether today, tomorrow or the day after, it is bound to be divided, he said. He further asserted that if Uttar Pradesh were divided into four parts, the demographic strength of Purvanchal would make political leadership from the region significant. The day Uttar Pradesh is divided into four parts, given the population in Purvanchal, and since we are in Ambedkar Nagar, whoever we form an alliance with, it is certain that the first Chief Minister of Purvanchal will be a son of the Rajbhar community, the Uttar Pradesh minister said. Rajbhars comments came after Owaisi said AIMIM would announce its decision on a possible alliance for the Uttar Pradesh elections by October 2. Owaisi has said his party is prepared to contest the polls and wants to expand its political representation in the state. Addressing a public meeting in Kanpur earlier, Owaisi also said AIMIM was open to joining hands with parties that do not want the BJP to return to power in Uttar Pradesh for a third consecutive term. He urged such parties to work together and said AIMIM would announce its alliance, if any, after October 2.
100 Akhilesh and 1,000 Owaisi cant stop BJPs win in UP: Gaurav Bhatia
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) BJP National Spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia said on Monday that even if 100s of Akhilesh and 1000s of Owaisi join forces, they cant stop BJP from winning the Uttar Pradesh elections in 2027. In 2027, the lotus will bloom again. The main issues--law and order is strong, Uttar Pradesh is developing, and when it comes to women's respect and dignity, Yogi Adityanath has taken full care of it, Bhatia said while commenting on Owaisis latest urge to other parties for an alliance with AIMIM ahead of the assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh in 2027. On the other hand, all these lumpen, communal leaders who engage purely in the politics of appeasement come out and issue such statements. No importance or attention should be given to their statements, he continued. Speaking to IANS on the matter, BJP MLA Ram Kadam claimed that the AIMIM chief's recent comments reveal they have already admitted defeat. Now, on one hand, there is this statement from Owaisi, and on the other hand, there are the harsh words of Akhilesh Yadav--sometimes saying 'chavanni', sometimes saying something else. What do all these fearful statements confirm? They show that they have already accepted defeat even before the elections, he said. When the assembly elections take place in Uttar Pradesh, a BJP government will once again be formed under Prime Minister Modi's leadership. Facing the upcoming election, the opposition there is worried and scared, he claimed. Minister Jaiveer Singh said, Whatever Owaisi is saying is on his own accord. We are a strong party and will fight on our own strength. Whether everyone comes together or contests separately, it makes no difference to us. More than 50 per cent of the votes and support will be in our favour, and we will form a government with a clear majority. Whether they contest separately or together, it will not affect us. Ambedkar Nagar Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar asked rhetorically to wait until October 27. He went on to say, They will not ally because they believe that the leaders of Muslims are either Akhilesh Yadav or Rahul Gandhi. How can they accept and declare that Owaisi Ji has become the leader of Muslims? Rajbhar claimed, Owaisi Ji wants a Muslim to become the Chief Minister, which neither Akhilesh Yadav nor Rahul Gandhi would want. Furthermore, BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi also pitched in his thoughts on the matter. He said that it was not new for AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi to beg for an alliance; he does this before every election. But no one listens to his plea for an alliance, nor does anyone answer it. They have their own companions; they have their own team. It's up to them whether they form an alliance or run away from each other. Similarly, Shiv Sena spokesperson Shaina NC expressed her sheer confidence in the NDA. She said, Owaisi ji, put in as much effort and enthusiasm as you want, but the winner will only be Yogi ji and the NDA. The NDA has delivered real work and results. You have always engaged in appeasement politics, and voters will not accept that appeasement. Earlier, AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi said his party is open to working with like-minded political groups, stressing that no single political entity can stop the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) alone and suggesting that Opposition parties should consider working together. Owaisi also said his party will announce its next steps on a possible electoral partnership on October 2, ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh.
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Digital Desk | Ranchi, Sep 21 (IANS) The brother of slain Tritiya Sammelan Prastuti Committee (TSPC) chief Brijesh Ganjhu has questioned the killing of his brother in an encounter in Uttar Pradeshs Varanasi. He alleged that the operation was fake and demanded a probe by the CBI into the incident. Ganesh Ganjhu, former MLA from Simaria and brother of Brijesh Ganjhu alias Gopal Singh Bhokta, on Monday claimed that the Maoist leader was picked up from Jharkhand's Chatra district and later taken to Uttar Pradesh, where he was killed as part of a conspiracy. He urged Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren to order an impartial CBI probe into the circumstances surrounding his brother's death. According to the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF), Brajesh Ganjhu was killed in an encounter in Varanasi on Sunday morning. He carried a reward of Rs 25 lakh by the Jharkhand government and an additional Rs 5 lakh by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). The body of the slain extremist reached his native village, Luttu Sohawan, under Lawalong police station limits in Chatra district on Monday. Speaking to reporters, Ganesh Ganjhu questioned the police version of the encounter. He raised doubts over the claim that Brajesh, who was allegedly riding a motorcycle when intercepted by police in Varanasi's Ramnagar area, opened fire on the security team. If he was riding the motorcycle, how could he fire from two pistols simultaneously? he asked, demanding an independent inquiry into the incident. Police, however, have maintained that Brajesh fired at the team during the operation and was injured in retaliatory action. He later succumbed to his injuries and was declared dead by doctors at a hospital. The former legislator also levelled serious allegations against the Jharkhand Police, claiming that his brother was first used in operations against Maoists and was later eliminated. He warned of a phased agitation if the government failed to act on the demand for an investigation. Ganesh Ganjhu further described his brother as an active participant in social welfare activities. He said Brajesh had been an elected panchayat representative since 2010 and had worked extensively for the poor, helping several underprivileged families, including supporting the marriages of girls from economically weaker sections. He also claimed that Brajesh had established the Gopal Singh Bhokta Inter College in Lawalong. The former MLA said that tackling Naxalism requires addressing its underlying causes and socio-economic factors rather than relying solely on security operations.
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BJP chief Nitin Nabin arrives in Meerut, to review grassroots-level preparations for 2027 UP polls
Digital Desk | Meerut, Sep 21 (IANS) Amidst preparations for the high-stakes Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has intensified its organisational activities in Western Uttar Pradesh on Monday. BJP national president Nitin Nabin reached Meerut for a two-day tour of the region, where he is expected to hold strategy meets with key state leaders, prepare electoral roadmap for the 2027 elections and also review party's poll preparedness. This marks Nabin's first visit to western Uttar Pradesh since assuming the role of National President. During the visit, the party leadership is set to focus on reviewing organisational preparedness, spanning the booth, 'Shakti Kendra' (cluster of booths), mandals, and district levels -- and engaging in direct dialogue with party workers. Upon his arrival in Meerut on Monday, a large number of BJP workers welcomed him at the Kashi Toll Plaza. Tractors and bulldozers were also deployed by party workers as part of the welcome arrangements. The reception featured enthusiastic slogan-shouting accompanied by traditional drums. Following this, Nabin visited Subharti University, where Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and State BJP President Pankaj Chaudhary were also present. A 'Yuva Samvad' (Youth Dialogue) was organised there to facilitate interaction with the university students. Significant enthusiasm was evident among the students on the campus regarding the event. Following the youth dialogue, Nabin attended a conference of Shakti Kendra convenors and Mandal presidents from western Uttar Pradesh, and the status of preparations at every level was reviewed. Meetings are also lined up with former office-bearers, Members of Parliament (MPs), and Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) from Western Uttar Pradesh. Discussions during these meetings will centre on the state of organisation, preparations for the upcoming elections, and feedback received from the grassroots level. Given the BJP's recent changes to its organisational structure and the appointment of district in-charges, this visit by the party's chief is also considered crucial for assessing the activity levels of the new organisational team. Nabin's visit is not limited to large-scale events alone, he is engaging in direct dialogue with grassroots workers and office-bearers across various organisational levels. Nabin will arrive in Saharanpur on Tuesday, the second day of his tour, where he will have a meal at the home of a BJP worker. Subsequently, he will hold meetings with former office-bearers, MPs, MLAs, and district-level organisational officials. Following this, he will visit the Shakambhari Devi Temple before returning to Delhi.
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Asaduddin Owaisi referred to AIMIM's similar proposal during the Bihar polls, saying his party had offered to contest six seats as part of an alliance but was instead subjected to false allegations
