A wave of greetings swept across the country on Wednesday as Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath turned 53. From Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Ministers to State Governors and Chief Ministers, top political leaders and dignitaries poured in birthday wishes, hailing Yogi as one of the country’s most popular and disciplined leaders.
Social media platforms were abuzz with hashtags like #YogiAdityanath, #PopularCM, and #HinduHridaySamrat, which trended prominently throughout the day. Users praised the chief minister for his governance, personal discipline, and development-oriented leadership, calling him a symbol of “service, discipline, and progress in public life.”
In a heartfelt post on X (formerly Twitter), Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the CM and wrote, “Birthday wishes to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Ji. He has worked tirelessly for the development of UP across various sectors, resulting in improved quality of life for its people. I pray for his long and healthy life.”
Responding with gratitude, CM Yogi Adityanath said, “Heartfelt thanks for your affectionate, inspiring and energising wishes, Hon’ble Prime Minister! Your greetings are an eternal source of energy and give immense strength in fulfilling the resolve of bringing positive transformation in the lives of 25 crore people of the State. Guided by your visionary leadership and the spirit of ‘Nation First,’ Uttar Pradesh is moving continuously toward realising the goal of a ‘Developed India, Developed UP’.”
Senior ministers from the Union Cabinet also extended their greetings.
Home Minister Amit Shah said, “The double-engine Government is successfully delivering development and welfare to the masses. I pray for your good health and a long life.” Defence Minister Rajnath Singh noted Yogi’s relentless efforts in recent years, stating, “He has taken the State to new heights of development and continues to work diligently for public welfare. May God bless him with good health and long life.”
Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati also conveyed her wishes. In a message on X, she wrote, “Hearty birthday greetings and best wishes for a long life to UP Chief Minister and senior BJP leader Yogi Adityanath Ji.”
CM Yogi expressed thanks to all those who sent their blessings. Meanwhile, Yogi Adityanath celebrated his 53rd birthday in Ayodhya on Thursday by participating in the Pran Pratishtha (consecration) ceremony at the Ram Temple.
The Chief Minister offered prayers at the sanctum of Ram Lalla, paying obeisance and performing rituals at the holy site.
Following his visit to the temple, CM Yogi proceeded to the banks of the Saryu River, where he took part in a tree plantation drive at Pushp Vatika to mark the occasion of World Environment Day.