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The Hindu
21 hours ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Samajwadi Party MLAs protest on Assembly premises ahead of Uttar Pradesh Monsoon session
Ahead of the start of the Monsoon session of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly, Opposition Samajwadi Party (SP) MLAs on Monday (August 11, 2025) held a protest on the Assembly premises and raised anti-government slogans. Carrying banners, posters and placards in their hands, the MLAs of Samajwadi Party gathered near the statue of Chaudhary Charan Singh on the Assembly premises and raised anti-government slogans. The Opposition leaders raised slogans such as "Aap Chalaye Madhushala, Hum Chalayenge PDA Pathshala." SP MLA Sangram Yadav, R.K. Verma, Faheem, Jai Prakash Anchal and Nafees Ahmed were among those who participated in the protest. During the session, the SP is likely to raise the issue of merger of schools, the prevailing flood situation in the State and other issues. The ruling party is set to present the draft of Vision Document-2047. Earlier on Sunday, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held an all-party meeting. In the meeting, Mr. Adityanath said it is necessary to have meaningful discussions on issues related to the public in the House, because only public representatives can best express the sentiments of the public in the House. The Chief Minister said it will be the first session which will have a detailed discussion on the 'Vision Document', which will include suggestions from all parties for the overall development of the State. 'This will not be the agenda of any political party, but will be a shared blueprint for the future of the State,' he added.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
People's expectation on UP taking lead in developmentwill be realised: Yogi
Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday said the people's expectation that Uttar Pradesh will lead the country in the direction of development and contribute to the goal of 'Developed India' by 2047 will be realised. UP CM Yogi Adityanath, assembly speaker Satish Mahana and other leaders at the all-party meeting on Sunday. (HT Photo) Adityanath, who is Leader of the House, made the remark at an all-party meeting held on the eve of the Monsoon session of the Uttar Pradesh assembly. Congratulating speaker Satish Mahana, who chaired the meeting, and his entire team, Adityanath said the Uttar Pradesh Vidhan Sabha is becoming a centre of attraction for other states due to technology and innovation. 'It is necessary to have meaningful discussions on issues related to the public in the House. The public representatives can best express the sentiments of the public in the House,' he said. The UP Vidhan Sabha will be the first assembly to have a detailed discussion on the 'Vision Document', which will include suggestions from all parties for the overall development of the state, he added. 'This is not the agenda of any political party, but will be a shared blueprint for the future of the state,' he said. The Speaker requested the cooperation of all party leaders to conduct the session in a smooth, dignified and constructive manner. 'Democracy is strengthened only by dialogue and positive discussion in the parliamentary system. As the largest legislative assembly of the country, the proceedings here set an example for other legislatures,' he said. Mahana appealed to all the leaders to keep their views within the limits of decency and parliamentary decorum and debate in an atmosphere of mutual respect and cordiality. He expressed confidence that like before, everyone's cooperation will be received in this session as well. The speaker also said that with the cooperation of the chief minister, initiatives like the new form of the legislative assembly, technological innovations and 'Vision Document' will prove to be a milestone for the House. Finance and parliamentary affairs minister Suresh Kumar Khanna said keeping in mind the Prime Minister's goal of 'Developed India 2047', this initiative (discussion on Vision Document) is a historic opportunity. 'Till now the members used to talk about their respective areas, but this discussion will give direction to the future of the entire state,' he said, expressing confidence that this will make the state 'Uttam Pradesh'. The others who attended the meeting included Uttar Pradesh ministers Sanjay Nishad (Nishad Party) and Om Prakash Rajbhar (SBSP) besides opposition leaders like Mata Prasad Pandey (Samajwadi Party), Aradhana Mishra (Congress), Umashankar Singh (BSP). Independent MLA Kunwar Raghuraj Pratap Singh 'Raja Bhaiya' was also present. AI CAMERAS TO KEEP WATCH The assembly will now come under the surveillance of state-of-the-art Artificial Intelligence (AI) cameras. It will start as a pilot project in the monsoon session and will be fully implemented from the winter session. Through this technology, not only security but also the presence, activities and performance of the MLAs will be analysed. The AI-based cameras will have facial recognition technology, enabling them to identify the names and faces registered in the list of MLAs. Also, a detailed profile of every MLA will be fed into the system, which will include the name, party, constituency, gender, date of birth, photo and other personal details. Using AI technology, the system will record which MLAs attend the assembly, how long they stay, the number of topics they address, and the specific subjects covered in their speeches. Additionally, the AI will perform topic-based content analysis. CM INAUGURATES NEW DOME, RENOVATED HALL, CANTEEN The chief minister inaugurated a newly constructed dome at the entrance of Vidhan Bhavan, along with the renovated assembly hall number 15 and a VVIP canteen. SECURITY TIGHTENED AROUND VIDHAN BHAVAN Security around the Uttar Pradesh legislative building has been significantly increased. Local authorities have removed encroachments, streamlined vehicular movement, and additional forces will be deployed to ensure smooth and safe proceedings during the session.
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Cooperate for smooth conduct of session: Speaker to parties
1 2 Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh legislative assembly Speaker Satish Mahana requested leaders of all the parties to cooperate in the smooth conduct of the monsoon session beginning Monday. "Dialogue and positive discussions strengthen democracy within the parliamentary system. As the largest legislative assembly in the country, its proceedings set an example for other legislatures," Mahana said. He appealed to all the leaders to express their views within the bounds of decorum and parliamentary dignity and to engage in debates in a respectful and harmonious atmosphere. "I am confident that , as in the past, cooperation from all would be forthcoming in this session as well," he said. The Speaker also mentioned that initiatives such as the new format of the assembly, technological innovations, and the 'Vision Document,' supported by the Chief Minister, would serve as milestones for the House. Chief Minister and Leader of the House Yogi Adityanath congratulated the Speaker and his entire team, stating that the Uttar Pradesh Assembly is becoming a focal point for other states due to its technology and innovation. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Meaningful discussion on people's issues must, MLAs play key role: CM
Lucknow: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday said that meaningful discussions on issues related to the people should be given utmost importance and only legislators can bring forth their problems in the House. Attending the all-party meeting convened on the eve of monsoon session of state assembly, Yogi said: "Meaningful discussions on issues related to the public is necessary and only elected representatives can best represent the people's sentiments in the House." The CM said that the state govt was working towards preparing a 'Developed India, Developed Uttar Pradesh-2047' vision document to advance the comprehensive and sustainable development of Uttar Pradesh in the right direction. He expressed hope that Uttar Pradesh would lead the nation and contribute to the goal of a 'Developed India' by 2047. "This will be the first assembly to hold detailed discussions on the 'Vision Document', which will include suggestions from all parties for the overall development of the state. This is not the agenda of any political party but a shared blueprint for the state's future," he said. "Members should engage in positive discussions on the action plan of the vision document for 24 hours starting from Aug 13. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like One Click Can Change Everything..!! Play Now Undo This meaningful dialogue will serve as a medium for the progress of the country and the state, presenting a new image of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly in the nation. "This is not the agenda of any particular party but of the state. The goal is to prepare this vision document within the next three months. The govt will implement the vision document with full commitment. To gather public opinions regarding the vision document, a QR code is being issued, which will be displayed at various public places," he said. "Legislative assembly is central to the overall development of the state. In recent years, the Assembly has set an example of parliamentary procedures across the country, strengthening democracy. The House is known for healthy discussions and debates, made possible with the cooperation of party leaders," he said. "A series of innovations have been initiated in the Assembly, including digitization, beautification of the gallery, and renovation of the hall, which have become exemplary for the nation. Speakers and parliamentary affairs ministers from various states visit to observe these innovations, which is a matter of pride for us," he said. "Maintaining the dignity and decorum of the House while advancing serious discussions enhances public faith in democracy. The state govt is ready to discuss issues related to the state's development and public welfare. All members should present their suggestions and issues in the House, fostering a positive atmosphere for discussion," he said. The CM inaugurated the newly constructed dome at the entrance of Vidhan Bhavan and the assembly hall. He also inaugurated the renovated assembly hall and canteen on the premises to welcome the legislators and visitors. Parliamentary affairs minister Suresh Kumar Khanna said that keeping in mind the Prime Minister's goal of 'Developed India 2047', the initiative of Vision Document was a historic opportunity. "Previously, members focused on their respective areas, but this discussion will guide the future of the entire state. This will help UP become 'Uttam Pradesh'," he said. Leader of the Opposition Mata Prasad Pandey expressed readiness to cooperate with the ruling party for the state's development. Leader of the Congress Legislature Party Aradhana Mishra 'Mona' emphasized the need for a lengthy and serious discussion on the Vision Document to gather as many suggestions as possible. Raghuraj Pratap Singh 'Raja Bhaiya' from the Jansatta Dal (Democratic) and BSP Legislature Party leader Umashankar Singh also supported discussion on Vision Document, stating it would benefit the state. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Indian Express
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Opposition parties hit the streets in Tripura over state government's decision to install smart meters, hike power tariff
Various Opposition parties in Tripura Monday protested against the state government's recent decision to install smart electric meters and hike power tariffs. The Congress organised a protest outside a Tripura State Electricity Corporation Limited (TSECL) office in Agartala. Addressing the rally, a Congress leader said, 'The power tariff has been hiked without informing the people. We strongly condemn this and demand the withdrawal of the hike in power tariff… In West Bengal, their party is opposing the installation of smart meters, but in Tripura, the power minister is in favour of the installation of smart meters.' The Congress also organised similar protests over the issue in Unakoti, North Tripura, and Gomati districts. 'In Tripura, people want to know how much commission did (the BJP) get for introducing the smart meter. We demand that the installation be stopped immediately and the hike in tariff be withdrawn for the sake of poor people. There is no food, work here but the government, for the sake of a section of people, is trying to put the burden on the poor people,' said a Congress leader of Pabiacherra Block in Unakoti district. Another Congress leader in Kailasahar said the BJP had assured of fulfilling over 300 promises in their 'Vision Document' before coming to power. He claimed that the BJP said it would introduce a reasonable power tariff. 'After the BJP came to power, the power services are in a miserable condition in Kailasahar. On top of this, the BJP-led state government has decided to install smart meters. Why can the double-engine government not control power tariffs?' he added. Likewise, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) organised a protest in front of Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath's residence in Agartala, demanding the withdrawal of the power tariff and rollback of the decision to install smart meters. 'We have organised a sit-in in front of the power minister's residence and we shall continue our protest till he withdraws the decisions,' a TMC leader said. Meanwhile, the primary Opposition party, CPI(M), also protested in front of the Udaipur Bidyut Bhawan. 'We demand the state to stop the installation of smart meters and roll back the hike in power tariffs,' said a CPI(M) leader. Reacting to the protests, Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath said, 'There has been an attempt to confuse people. The power tariff and the smart meter are two separate things. In the last seven years of BJP rule, the power tariff has been hiked by 24.9 per cent, while the tariff rose by 116.03 per cent during the last seven years of the erstwhile CPI(M) government.' 'Earlier, power services were directly under the state power department, but the Left Front government formed the Tripura State Electricity Corporation Limited in 2004,' he added. The minister said power consumers can keep both meters – the existing electronic meters and the new smart meters – if they have doubts about the smart meters. If any fault were to be detected in smart meters, the government will roll back the decision to install them, he added.
