Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav said he is trying to bring Uttar Pradesh at par with the developed states and therefore had launched many development oriented schemes in last two years whose results are very encouraging.
“In last two years Uttar Pradesh has made tremendous progress in all fields. The response has been encouraging and people are happy with the delivery system. But the need of the hour is to give an impetus to these schemes so that all targeted audience could get the benefit,” Yadav told reporters in Saifai on Friday. He said his government’s priority is to improve infrastructure of the state. Therefore emphasis is being given on building roads and setting up new power stations. “I cannot claim that we have achieved desired results. But I can definitely say that there is improvement in the sectors,” Chief Minister said.
“I have a dream to bring Uttar Pradesh at par with the developed states of the country. This we can achieve only if we remove backwardness and this can be done only by improving infrastructure,” Yadav said and added: “There is an attempt to revive traditional industries. Earlier private entrepreneurs were not willing to invest in Uttar Pradesh, but the tide has changed. Our Government has proposed investor friendly policies and these are now showing results.”
He said his Government is also working in tourism sectors. All prominent tourist places are getting 24 hour electricity. These tourist destinations are connected with lucknow through road and rail. “Besides, the Samajwadi Party Government has invested two-thirds of its budget on development of roads. Agro-based industries are being introduced. My Government wants that villages should also get same facilities as are available in the cities. Villages should get electricity, water and good roads,” Chief Minister said.
When asked about Government’s decision to exempt Amir Khan starrer P.K. from entertainment tax Yadav said this movie carries a message of communal harmony. “Everyone should see the movie. Had I seen the movie early I would have exmpted it from tax long back,” he said.