“Uttar Pradesh has broken free from years of struggle and policy apathy to emerge from the 'Bimaru' category as India's growth engine,” Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Saturday (January 24, 2026), as he greeted the people on the State's Foundation Day.

In a video message shared on his official X handle, Mr. Adityanath said Uttar Pradesh has transformed itself by overcoming long-standing challenges and neglect.

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Mr. Adityanath said a new chapter of cultural resurgence is being written from Ayodhya, Kashi and Mathura to Sambhal and that the State is moving from disorder to celebration.

"My sisters and brothers of Uttar Pradesh, heartfelt greetings to all of you on Uttar Pradesh Day," the Chief Minister said in his post.