Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday reiterated his government’s commitment to advancing key sectors such as education, healthcare, employment, and infrastructure to ensure Uttar Pradesh's development. Speaking during the legislative council’s budget discussion, he outlined significant provisions in the budget aimed at equipping the youth with employment-oriented education and fostering sustainable growth across the state.CM Yogi stressed that education and healthcare are critical pillars of human capital development. He said, “Our government is fully committed to strengthening these sectors,” and elaborated on the initiatives being undertaken. Under the "Operation Kayakalp," the government has allocated Rs 2,000 crore for upgrading basic infrastructure in primary and upper primary schools. Additionally, Rs 580 crore has been earmarked under the PM Shri Scheme, with another Rs 300 crore dedicated to transforming primary schools into smart institutions.The CM also outlined measures to promote technological advancements. To encourage drone technology, artificial intelligence, and robotics, Rs 100 crore has been set aside for modern training programmes at government polytechnic institutions. Furthermore, funds have been allocated for the development of Science Cities and Planetariums in Varanasi and Agra, supporting the state's push towards a knowledge-driven economy.Addressing employment generation, CM Yogi highlighted that the state is leveraging its unique regional strengths. He revealed plans for special economic zones across 100 acres in every district and the establishment of 10 Sant Kabir Textile Industry Parks and two Sant Ravidas Leather Parks, which are expected to boost job opportunities. In a move to benefit outsourced employees, the government will ensure a minimum monthly salary of Rs 16,000 to Rs 18,000, alongside the formation of a new outsourcing corporation to ensure transparency.Healthcare reforms also received significant attention. CM Yogi announced that every district would now have facilities for dialysis, MRI, and CT scans, improving access to essential services. He noted the remarkable progress in medical education, with the state increasing its number of government medical colleges from 12 in 2017 to 44 today. The total number of medical colleges, including private institutions, now stands at 80. The budget includes provisions for new medical colleges in Ballia, Bareilly, and Balrampur.In terms of urban development, CM Yogi highlighted the formation of 125 new urban local bodies, making Uttar Pradesh the state with the highest number of smart cities in India. The government is developing 10 smart cities with central support and seven others with state funding. The budget also includes provisions for urban flood management, with Rs 1,000 crore allocated for the Urban Flood and Storm Water Drainage Scheme.In rural infrastructure, CM Yogi announced plans to build Utsav Bhavans in every gram panchayat and allocated Rs 4,082 crore for the continued success of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, with 36 lakh houses already constructed. Further allocations include Rs 454 crore for digital libraries, Rs 244 crore for cremation grounds, and Rs 1,088 crore for rural road development projects.In a bid to ensure healthcare coverage for essential workers, CM Yogi confirmed that ASHA workers, Anganwadi staff, home guards, and other essential employees will receive health insurance up to Rs 5 lakh under the Mukhyamantri Jan Arogya Yojana.Finally, CM Yogi underscored the government's focus on religious tourism, highlighting allocations for Ayodhya, Mathura-Vrindavan, Mirzapur, and other religious sites. He concluded that by promoting tourism at these locations, the government is not only preserving cultural heritage but also fostering economic growth for local communities.