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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Operation Sindoor a powerful symbol of Atmanirbhar Bharat: Yogi Adityanath
Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday underlined Operation Sindoor as a defining moment in India's demonstration of indigenous defence prowess, hailing it as a powerful symbol of Atmanirbhar Bharat and a testament to the success of the Make in India initiative. He was speaking at a public gathering in Kanpur during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's first visit to the state following the launch of the operation. India was growing in stature on the global stage under the prime minister's leadership, Adityanath said. Referring to Operation Sindoor—India's military response to the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam—the chief minister said, 'The destruction of the enemy's air defence system marks a historic milestone for the Indian armed forces and showcases the strength of our indigenous military capabilities. It is a direct result of the vision behind Make in India, launched by Prime Minister Modi a decade ago.' Launched on May 7, Operation Sindoor led to the elimination of over 100 terrorists and was followed by a resolute Indian response to subsequent Pakistani aggression, including targeted strikes on enemy airbases. Adityanath described the operation as a 'pledge for justice,' aligning with the nation's firm resolve to defend its sovereignty and security. 'In recent years, India has answered its adversaries with surgical strikes, air strikes, and now, with Operation Sindoor, our military might has once again spoken the language our enemies understand. This operation has made the world acknowledge the strength and resolve of the Indian armed forces,' he said. 'The entire country stands united behind the prime minister's vision of a self-reliant and secure India,' he said. The chief minister also praised the prime minister for giving top priority to national security, while simultaneously advancing development. During the visit, Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for infrastructure projects worth ₹47,600 crore across Uttar Pradesh. These included five thermal power plants and the second phase of the Kanpur Metro project.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Yogi: Op Sindoor a testament to success of Atmanirbhar Bharat
1 2 Kanpur: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his first visit to Uttar Pradesh on Friday after the success of Operation Sindoor . Saluting the valour of the Indian Army, Yogi said under the decisive leadership of PM Modi, India's strength and capabilities have emerged as a global benchmark. He said the destruction of the enemy's air defence system under India's New Defence Policy is a powerful demonstration of the Indian Army's courage, further reinforcing the success of the 'Made in India' initiative launched by the PM a decade ago. "The world has witnessed its impact through Operation Sindoor, which stands as a shining example of Atmanirbhar Bharat ," he added. Welcoming the PM to Kanpur, Yogi said, "This is the first visit of our esteemed Prime Minister to the soil of Uttar Pradesh after Operation Sindoor. On behalf of the people of the state, I extend a warm and heartfelt welcome. This land, once the cradle of India's industrial revolution, is now poised to script a new chapter of development and progress." Yogi hailed Operation Sindoor as a symbol of India's military might and growing self-reliance. He said, "From the surgical strikes to the air strikes, and now Operation Sindoor—under Prime Minister Modi's leadership, the Indian Army has shown the world that India does not merely respond but defines how it responds. This is a resolute message of a confident and self-reliant nation. Operation Sindoor stands as a formidable testament to the success of Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat. " Speaking at the foundation stone laying and inauguration of Rs 47,600 crore worth of development projects, the CM said, "This transformative initiative marks a major stride in Uttar Pradesh's journey to become the growth engine of Viksit Bharat. With the inauguration of the second phase of the Kanpur Metro, following the first phase launched by PM Modi in 2021, the city's public transport system is being modernized for the benefit of its citizens. " Referring to the state's expanding energy sector, Yogi highlighted that the commissioning of thermal power plants in Panki, Ghatampur, Jawaharpur (Etah), Obra (Sonbhadra), and Khurja (Bulandshahr) has raised UP's power generation capacity from 15,000MW to 25,000MW. By the end of the year, this will increase by an additional 4,000MW, he said. He shared other major milestones, such as electricity now reaching 1.21 lakh majras across the state. At least 1.78 crore poor families have received free electricity connections. Under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Yojana, free rooftop solar panels have been installed in 1.31 lakh homes, with a target to surpass 11 lakh applications soon. Yogi said, "This developmental journey, which begins in Kanpur, is not just about one city—it signifies the collective progress of Uttar Pradesh. Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Modi, the state is scaling new heights in every domain, from security to economic prosperity."
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
PM inaugurates expansion of Kanpur Metro services
1 2 Kanpur: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated the expansion of Kanpur Metro's passenger services in the presence of chief minister Yogi Adityanath at a public gathering held at the CSA ground. With this, five new underground stations—Chunniganj, Naveen Market, Bada Chauraha, Nayaganj, and Kanpur Central—have been added to the existing Metro network. Starting tomorrow at 6 am, commuters will be able to travel the nearly 16-km-long Metro corridor from IIT Kanpur to Kanpur Central, which now comprises 14 stations. During his visit to the city, the Prime Minister officially flagged off the Metro service expansion by pressing a remote button and waving the green flag. Addressing the gathering, PM Modi said, "The facilities and infrastructure seen in the major metropolitan cities are now becoming visible in Kanpur as well. A few years ago, our government gifted Kanpur its first Metro. Today, the Orange Line of Kanpur Metro has reached Kanpur Central. The city now boasts both elevated and underground Metro lines, connecting key areas of the city. Traffic used to be a major issue in Kanpur, and many doubted whether a Metro could ever be built here. But today, we are witnessing the successful operation of an extraordinary project like Kanpur Metro. Known as a major commercial hub, the city now offers better accessibility to traders and customers, especially to places like Naveen Market and Bada Chauraha" Speaking on the occasion, chief minister Yogi Adityanath said, "Today, the Prime Minister is graciously inaugurating the expanded passenger services of Kanpur Metro. I heartily welcome and congratulate him. The construction of the Metro has given a new identity to the industrial city and has significantly improved its transportation system." Following the green flag signal at 3.21 pm, the Kanpur Metro departed from Nayaganj station. On board the specially decorated inaugural train were children from schools and NGOs, waving the national flag and carrying hand-made drawings dedicated to Operation Sindoor and Kanpur Metro. The train was operated by women train operators Karishma Gupta and Deeksha Rajput. It travelled from Nayaganj to Chunniganj and then returned to Nayaganj. Residents of Kanpur will be able to travel from IIT Kanpur to Kanpur Central beginning at 6 am on Saturday. :00 AM. Commuters will be welcomed at stations with rosebuds and sweets. Tickets will be available through ticket counters, vending machines, NCMC cards, and the Kanpur Metro mobile app. The PM had also inaugurated the Priority Corridor (IIT to Moti Jheel) of the Kanpur Metro on December 28, 2021. Expressing his delight at the successful expansion of services, Sushil Kumar, managing director of Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC), said, "A long-cherished dream of the city has turned into reality. We are immensely grateful to the people of Kanpur for their unwavering support throughout the construction process."
Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
Metro all set for maiden underground journey
Kanpur: Nayaganj Metro station and the train has been beautifully decorated with flowers for its maiden underground journey from this station on Friday. During his visit to the city on Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the extended passenger service from Motijheel to Kanpur Central Station by flagging off a specially decorated metro train from CSA University ground. The train will be flagged off from Nayaganj station for its first journey through underground tunnel section. All the preparations have been made for the special day. Children, holding the national flag and chanting patriotic slogans, will travel onboard and the event will be broadcast live on LED screens installed at station platforms and at the CSA University. There are five underground stations between Motijheel and Kanpur Central — Chunniganj, Naveen Market, Bada Chauraha, Nayaganj, and Kanpur Central. Until now, Kanpur Metro operated solely on elevated viaducts, but with this expansion, it will now operate through underground tunnel section. With this expansion, several key locations including Lal Imli, Naveen Market, BNSD, GIC College, Z Square Mall, Green Park International Cricket Stadium, Baba Anandeshwar Temple, Parade Chauraha, Pustak Bazaar, and Somdutt Plaza will be directly connected to the metro network. UPMRC MD Sushil Kumar said, "Our underground metro route passes beneath the city's busiest areas, making travel significantly more efficient and convenient. The journey from IIT to Motijheel will now take less than 30 minutes."
Hans India
06-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
UP eyes 360-degree urban planning management ecosystem
Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh State government aims to develop a comprehensive urban planning and management ecosystem. In this regard, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to implement a series of measures. Officials have been instructed to review pending building map cases within the development authorities. In cases where there are repeated objections regarding the maps, any authority should take appropriate steps to simplify the process and resolve issues in a single step. Further, all pending cases must be settled within a specified time frame. The GIS-based master plan for cities that have not yet been approved should be finalised before the end of May. The Chief Minister while reviewing at a high-level meeting on the Housing and Urban Planning Department evaluated the departmental action plan. He noted the necessity of implementing all components such as 'urban planning, residential security, infrastructure development, and digital management in an integrated manner.' On the progress of metro projects, the Chief Minister was informed that the construction of a 6.7 km underground section from Motijheel to Kanpur Central Station of the Kanpur Metro has been completed. The work on Corridors 1 and 2 is expected to conclude by the end of this year. The first corridor of the Agra Metro is also anticipated to be completed by December 2025, with the second corridor scheduled for 2026. In parallel, the construction from Charbagh to Basantkunj (11.165 km) under the Lucknow Metro Project is progressing rapidly. At this, Yogi expressed the need for further expansion of the Lucknow Development Authority's boundaries and directed the transfer of the Jai Prakash Narayan International Centre (JPNIC) to the Lucknow Development Authority as soon as possible. The officials informed the Chief Minister that public suggestions were invited from April 16 to May 30, 2025, regarding the draft of the Building Construction and Development Bye-laws-2025. This by-law will be finalised based on the received suggestions. While reviewing the International Exhibition-cum-Convention Center project in Lucknow, the Chief Minister directed that this world-class convention centre, currently being developed on 32.50 acres of land at Rs 900 crore, should be completed within two years. This convention centre is expected to become a defining feature of the new Lucknow. Discussing the updated status of the UP-SCR project, the Chief Minister noted that it encompasses the districts of Lucknow, Hardoi, Sitapur, Unnao, Rae Bareli, and Barabanki, covering a total area of 27,826 sq km. He insisted there should be no delays in completing its Detailed Project Report (DPR). The action plan for the next three months was also discussed during the meeting. 'This plan includes implementing important policies like the Uttar Pradesh Town and Country Planning Act-2025, the Land Pooling Policy-2025, and the Building Construction and Development Bye-laws-2025.' Revised guidelines will soon be issued for completing active projects under the Integrated Township Policy. The Chief Minister was informed that projects approved under the Chief Minister Urban Extension/New City Promotion Scheme will be launched in phases from June 2025 to December 2025. This includes cities such as Jhansi, Bareilly, Aligarh, Saharanpur, Agra (Kakua), Kanpur (New Kanpur City Scheme), Mathura (Transport Nagar), Moradabad (Didosi), Bulandshahr, Ghaziabad, Meerut, and Lucknow. Yogi directed to ensure timeliness and quality for all these projects. Under the GIS-based master plan framework, master plans for 59 cities in the state are being prepared, of which 42 have already been approved. The process for approving the remaining four master plans (Jhansi, Mainpuri, Farrukhabad-Fatehgarh, and Bahraich) should be completed within this month. To encourage private investment, the Chief Minister instructed that priority should be given to projects based on a Public-Private Partnership model, to run special housing schemes for migrant workers, and to implement mandatory urban standards for green building certification, solar rooftop systems, rainwater harvesting, and waste management. He also stressed the importance of making the UP Awas App and the RERA portal more accessible and transparent.
