Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav said that his government has taken the state to a new height by ushering in development in the rural and urban areas alike so that Uttar Pradesh can emerge as Numero Uno state of the country.
“The Samajwadi Party Government is committed to transform Uttar Pradesh into Uttam Pradesh. The development is the motto of this government and we are committed to usher in new era in the state,” Yadav said while addressing a public rally in Ambedkar Nagar on Sunday.
He said that his government is extending help to youth, poor, farmers, and unemployed. The needy are being given free medicines and treatment in the state run hospitals. WE have schemes for all sections of the society and are implementing them vigorously with the sole aim that people should benefit from them.
“Countries longest Agra-lucknow Expressway is coming up in UP. This will not only reduce the commutation time between Agra and lucknow but also provide good markets for the farmers. The west part of the state will be connected with its east part through Samajwadi Purvanchal Express way. The state has earmarked Rs 1500 crore from its budget,” Chief Minister said.
Chief Minister also talked by Samajwadi Pension scheme through which poor are given a monthly pension of Rs 500. “This scheme will help over 55 lakh poor families – particularly the women,” he said.
Yadav also talked about the laptop distribution scheme and scholarship for girl students. “When we started these schemes the opposition parties criticised us and now they are implementing it in those states where they have their government. This proves that our scheme has merit and would benefit poor,” Chief Minister said.
In Ambedkar Nagar Chief Minister laid foundation stones or inaugurated 68 schemes worth Rs 195 crore. This includes newly constructed lohia Bhawan. A statue of Dr Ram Manohar lohia was also unveiled on this occasion.
Chief Minister also gave bicycles to 1500 labourers and lohia awas to 10 beneficiaries..