Yogi Adityanath, currently the longest-serving Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, has become synonymous with decisive leadership and transformative governance. Since 2017, his administration has prioritized economic growth, infrastructure, law and order, and inclusive welfare, propelling Uttar Pradesh from a “BIMARU” state to a national growth engine.
Economic Transformation
- Rapid Growth: Uttar Pradesh’s GDP has more than doubled—from ₹12.75 lakh crore in 2017 to ₹27.5 lakh crore in 2025—making it India’s second-largest state economy.
- Investment Destination: The state has attracted over ₹38 lakh crore in investments, with a focus on manufacturing, logistics, and IT, and is on track for a $1 trillion economy within five years.
- Ease of Doing Business: UP has climbed national rankings, offering single-window clearances, digital platforms like Nivesh Mitra, and investor-friendly policies.
Infrastructure and Connectivity
- Expressway Network: UP leads India with six operational expressways and 11 more under construction, dramatically improving regional connectivity.
- Airport Expansion: The number of airports has grown from two to sixteen, including four international airports, boosting trade and tourism.
- Modern Logistics: Investments in waterways and logistics parks are positioning UP as a hub for national and global supply chains.
Law and Order
- Safer State: Incidents of riots and organized crime have sharply declined, making UP one of India’s safest states for residents and investors.
- Women’s Safety: Women now form 35% of the police force, and dedicated initiatives have improved public safety and trust.
- Tourism Surge: Improved security has fueled a tourism boom, with arrivals rising from 21 crore in 2017 to 67 crore in 2023.
Social Welfare and Rural Development
- Poverty Reduction: Over 6 crore people have been lifted out of poverty in eight years, thanks to direct benefit transfers and targeted welfare schemes.
- Clean Living: 2.62 crore toilets and 1.86 crore LPG connections have improved public health and rural hygiene.
- Healthcare Access: Free health coverage now reaches over 49 lakh families, with new medical centers and expanded services in all districts.
- Housing for All: More than 56 lakh houses have been built for the underprivileged, and free rations were distributed to 14.7 crore people during the pandemic.
Agriculture and Industry
- Farmer Support: Food grain production is up 20%, and sugarcane farmers have received record payments—₹2.80 lakh crore since 2017.
- Industrial Growth: UP now produces 45% of India’s mobile phones and has doubled its exports, thanks to the ‘One District One Product’ (ODOP) scheme.
Governance and Vision
- Fiscal Discipline: UP is now a revenue-surplus state, achieving growth without raising taxes.
- Digital Governance: Platforms like Nivesh Mitra and Nivesh Sarthi have made government services more transparent and accessible.
- Teamwork and Scale: Yogi Adityanath credits the state’s progress to a collective approach—combining teamwork, skill, and speed with strong central-state cooperation.
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