Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has stepped forward to allay fears and provide reassurance to residents of Pantnagar, Indraprastha Nagar and Rahimnagar, who have been in grip of anxiety for months over rumors of impending demolition of their houses due to the Kukrail river revival project.
According to an official communique released on Tuesday evening, responding to the growing concerns of the residents, Chief Minister Yogi summoned the affected people to his residence early Tuesday morning. His compassionate approach during the meeting brought immense relief to the distressed community. Initially arriving with tears of anguish, the faces of the representatives of the residents of these localities were lit up with smiles of relief within an hour as they left. the release claimed.
The spontaneous outpouring of gratitude and prayers for Chief Minister Yogi echoed across the region, with many crediting his leadership for ensuring the safety and well-being of every Uttar Pradesh resident under his care. As one local remarked, “As long as Baba’s protection extends over Uttar Pradesh, no harm can touch us.”
The communique further mentions that the recent instance where Chief Minister Yogi comforted the victims is not isolated. He has consistently emphasised that bulldozers are meant solely for tackling mafia, criminals and unlawful activities.
He has reiterated time and again that the bulldozers are not there to harass the poor, ordinary citizens, traders or the vulnerable by demolishing their dwellings. He has stressed the importance of making proper arrangements before displacing any impoverished individuals.
In a recent incident in Prayagraj, more than 76 families found refuge under newly provided roofs after the Yogi administration cleared mafia-controlled land with bulldozers.
Nisha Jha, a resident of Pantnagar, expressed gratitude after CM Yogi personally listened to their grievances and assured them that proper documentation would safeguard their homes. His intervention also aimed to understand and alleviate the prevailing sense of panic among residents, ensuring that no homes would be lost.
“I cannot thank the chief minister enough,” said Nisha, reflecting on the relief brought to her family, especially concerning the well-being of her young children during the crisis.
“For a week, I could not eat due to worry, but CM Yogi resolved our problem swiftly,” Nisha said.
Similarly, Amit Srivastava of Indraprastha Nagar lauded the chief minister’s directive to investigate and rectify any confusion caused by officials marking properties. He emphasised Chief Minister Yogi’s commitment that no poor person would lose their land or home, with stringent measures to prevent future flood-related issues.
Gunjan Shukla from Rahim Nagar conveyed heartfelt thanks to Chief Minister Yogi, acknowledging his support for their community. She highlighted his caring approach towards children and families, underscoring that his solutions brought them immeasurable happiness.
“The words are inadequate to express our gratitude to the chief minister,” Gunjan remarked, echoing the sentiment shared across the region.
