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Time of India
15 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Akhilesh Yadav mocks 'sleeping ministers' during UP's 24-hour Assembly session
Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday targeted the ruling BJP over the Uttar Pradesh Assembly 's special 24-hour session, accusing the government of indulging in " event management " rather than serious governance. Independence Day 2025 Before Trump, British used tariffs to kill Indian textile Bank of Azad Hind: When Netaji gave India its own currency Swadeshi 2.0: India is no longer just a market, it's a maker Posting a selfie of SP legislators from inside the Assembly hall during the overnight sitting, Yadav wrote on X, "The government slept, the opposition stayed awake! The BJP has proved by running a 24-hour House that it has fallen behind in running the state, which is why it is talking about working round the clock." Questioning the rationale behind the marathon sitting, he asked how many ministers and MLAs from the ruling party had actually remained present for the full duration. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Undo "The public wants to know the logic behind running the House for 24 hours. What does the government want to achieve by reducing the number of days and increasing the hours? At least keep the Assembly away from your event gimmicks," he wrote. In another post, Yadav shared a short video clip purportedly showing Jal Shakti Minister Swatantra Dev Singh with his eyes closed during the session, with the caption: "Soti sarkar ke sote mantri (sleeping ministers of a sleeping government)." Live Events Responding to Yadav's remarks, Swatantra Dev Singh said such attacks were routine in politics and part of the opposition's role. "The opposition should do its job of attacking the government' that is their duty. My duty is to serve the poor 24 hours a day, and I do it with full dedication and sincerity for their welfare," he told PTI Videos outside the Assembly hall. On allegations of bias and lapses in law and order, Singh asserted that the Yogi Adityanath government was committed to justice without discrimination. "In Uttar Pradesh, the law takes its own course against anyone found guilty. There is no pressure or bias. Those who fall within the ambit of the law face action," he added.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Minister dares SP MLA to prove no water supply claim, offers to resign
While offering to resign, Jal Shakti minister Swatantra Dev Singh on Tuesday dared Samajwadi Party MLA Mohd Faheem Irfan to prove that his village was not getting water supply. Jal Shakti minister Swatantra Dev Singh arrives to attend the Monsoon session at UP assembly in Lucknow on Tuesday. (HT Photo) Replying to a question during Question Hour on the second day of the Monsoon session in UP assembly, Singh said: 'I would ask Mohd Faheem Irfan to swear by his wife that his village is not getting water supply. I guarantee that I will resign. I know his village is Ibrahimpur and the pradhan's name is Sajid. He may be called to ask about the water supply right away.' Singh was replying in the House to a question over the Jal Jeevan Mission by SP MLAs Irfan and Brajesh Katheriya. On the extent of road excavation and repair for pipeline laying, Singh said 1.96 lakh km had been dug and 1.90 lakh km repaired, with the remaining work to be completed by December 31. 'These figures are from the company doing the work. If they are wrong, action will be taken,' he said. During the debate, Irfan also offered to resign from the assembly, saying a probe would reveal the truth. Meanwhile, rural development minister Vijay Laxmi Gautam informed the House that more than 13 lakh houses had been sanctioned for the poor, underprivileged and destitute in Uttar Pradesh over the last three years. She was replying to a question by a Samajwadi Party member. 'Between 2022-23 and 2024-25, as many as 10,44,876 houses were sanctioned under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, while 2,62,594 houses were approved under the Mukhyamantri Awas Yojana,' she said. 'A survey is underway and has covered 57.73 lakh people so far. The process of allotting houses will begin soon,' she added. On wages under MGNREGA, Gautam said the state pays ₹252 per day and that any increase lies with the Centre. Responding to MLA Manoj Kumar Paras's question on panchayat development funds, panchayati raj minister OP Rajbhar said ₹6,720 crore was provided in 2024-25 and ₹7,505 crore will be given in 2025-26 under the State Finance Commission, in addition to 15th Finance Commission funds. Minister of state for basic education Sandeep Singh told the House that the state government had not closed a single school. The minister was responding to queries by SP legislators Pankaj Patel, Anil Pradhan and Prabhu Narayan Singh Yadav. Patel raised concern over 'poor educational standards' and the recent merger of schools, claiming that 88 lakh children had dropped out. The minister said children are enrolled at the age of six, while those aged three to six are encouraged to attend Anganwadi centres.
India Today
2 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
Swear on your wife: UP minister to Samajwadi Party MLA claiming poor water supply
"Swear on your wife", Uttar Pradesh Minister Swantantra Dev Singh said to Samajwadi Party MP MLA Mohammad Fahim Irfan after the latter alleged irregularities and improper implementation of the Centre's Jal Jeevan Mission, during the Question Hour of the state Assembly on Tuesday.A heated exchange took place during the Question Hour between Jal Shakti Minister Swatantra Dev Singh and SP MLA Fahim drama unfolded after Fahim Irfan alleged that the water supply scheme under the Jal Jeevan Mission was not being implemented properly in several villages. He claimed that in many areas, water supply had not reached households and water tanks were in poor condition, with some even collapsing. He further accused the minister of providing false information about the department's sharply, Minister Swatantra Dev Singh rose from his seat and challenged the MLA to "swear on your wife" if no work had been done under the asserted that water was indeed reaching villages as planned. His remarks sparked an immediate reaction in the Irfan reiterated his allegations, stating that there was no water supply in several districts, especially in western Uttar Pradesh. He told the minister to verify his claim by speaking directly to village sarpanchs (village heads). "Choose any district of western UP; you will see there is no water supply to the villages. If this is not true, I will resign," Irfan verbal duel highlighted the ongoing political tension between the ruling BJP and the Akhilesh Yadav-led SP over the pace and effectiveness of government schemes in rural Jal Jeevan Mission, launched by the central government, aims to provide tap water connections to every rural household by 2024. In UP, the state government has repeatedly claimed significant progress under the opposition parties, including the SP, have often accused the government of exaggerating achievements and failing to address ground realities. Tuesday's heated moment reflected the depth of disagreement on the issue, with both sides standing firm on their claims.- EndsMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Uttarakhand
Time of India
15-07-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Ministers tours Chitrakoot, Lalitpur amid record rains
1 2 3 Lucknow: Following heavy rains in the Chitrakoot division and nearby districts over the past few weeks, Jal Shakti minister Swatantra Dev Singh visited Chitrakoot and Banda districts on Tuesday. Minister of state for water resources Ramkesh Nishad also toured flood-affected areas of Lalitpur district. Lalitpur district recorded the highest rainfall of 634.4 mm this season, followed by Hamirpur 427.8 mm, Banda 412.3 mm, Chitrakoot 403.5 mm and Sambhal registering 368.3 mm rains. With the exception of Sambhal, which is in west UP, all other districts are either part of Chitrakoot division or adjoining it. In Chitrakoot, Singh interacted with flood-affected shopkeepers, traders and farmers at Ramghat. He instructed the district administration to conduct a survey of all damaged shops, establishments and houses and send a report to govt for disbursement of relief funds. He directed the district magistrate and superintendent of police to ensure proper sanitation in affected areas, spray bleaching powder and ensure the availability of medicines to prevent any epidemic-like situation. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cách giao dịch ETH/USD mà không cần nắm giữ Ether IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo The minister then inspected the Yamuna river from the Madanpur pump canal bank at Chillaghat in Banda district. He reviewed the potential flood situation in the Pailani and Sadar tehsils and instructed officials to carry out constant monitoring of the water levels of the Yamuna and Ken rivers. Meanwhile, Nishad visited flood-affected areas in Lalitpur district on Tuesday. He went door-to-door in Padwa village Mahroni tehsil and spoke to residents about the crop and house damage. He instructed revenue officials to conduct a village-wise survey of losses through patwaris and provide reports.
Time of India
14-07-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
CM reviews monsoonpreparedness in state
1 2 Lucknow: In light of heavy rains across parts of the state recently, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday reviewed the state's monsoon preparedness. He highlighted that waterlogging and road damage were reported from several urban areas. He directed officials to take immediate action to ensure that the public is not inconvenienced. Senior officials and Jal Shakti minister Swatantra Dev Singh were asked to carry out an on-ground review of the situation. Between June 1 and July 14, five districts reported over 100% of their normal rainfall for the period. This included Agra, which saw 277.3 mm against a normal average of 131 mm, Etah where 292.8 mm was recorded against 118.2 mm, 622 mm in Lalitpur against 208 mm, 418.8 mm in Hamirpur against 176.1 mm and 359.7 mm in Mahoba against 140.6 mm. In addition to these, there are 10 districts where more than 70% of the normal average rainfall was recorded in this period. The CM said: "Many areas in the state have witnessed intense rainfall, leading to severe waterlogging, road damage and a significant rise in river water levels. There is a need for constant monitoring, and all concerned departments, municipal bodies, development authorities, and district administrations should immediately streamline drainage systems and ensure swift removal of stagnant water from affected areas. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is it legal? How to get Internet without paying a subscription? Techno Mag Learn More Undo " The Jal Shakti minister and the principal secretary of the department were asked to visit Bundelkhand, where rainfall has been exceptionally high. They were tasked with personally visiting affected areas, assessing flood and water structure conditions, and taking appropriate action. Simultaneously, 16 districts in eastern UP received below-average rainfall, and the CM directed officials to make adequate irrigation arrangements in advance to safeguard crops and ensure farmers face no hardships. Municipal bodies were directed to ensure regular cleaning of sewer and drainage lines, while road repairs in waterlogged areas are to be taken up on a war-footing. The electricity department was instructed to manage power supply in such areas with utmost caution to prevent any accidents. The CM said that relief and rescue teams must remain on high alert, while NDRF and SDRF teams must stay in active mode across vulnerable regions. All district magistrates and heads of municipal bodies were instructed to physically inspect waterlogged and flood-affected areas and maintain round-the-clock monitoring through active 24×7 control rooms. The CM further said that the general public must be regularly updated about weather, rainfall patterns and water levels. Departments of animal husbandry, agriculture and revenue were also directed to promptly assess the damage caused by rainfall and waterlogging and initiate relief and compensation distribution without delay.
