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    Yogi Adityanath

    Yogi Adityanath

    Chief Minister, Uttar Pradesh
    Birth DetailsJune 5, 1972 | Panchoor, Pauri, Uttarakhand
    NationalityIndian
    LeaguePolitician
    EducationBSc in Maths, HNB Garhwal University
    Yogi Adityanath's Journey so far ...
    • Yogi Adityanath was born Ajay Singh Bisht to Rajput parents in Panchoor village of Pauri region in Uttarakhand. His father was a range officer in the forest department
    • He has done BSc in Maths from HNB Garhwal University. He was actively involved with the RSS from a young age and also happened to be a full-timer in the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad
    • He renounced his family at the age of 21 to become a disciple of Mahant Avaidyanath, then the head priest of Gorakhpur's Gorakhnath Math
    • In the years that followed, Adityanath trained as a sanyasi, protecting cows, learning Vedic texts, and emerging, in less than five years since he was co-opted, as his guru’s most beloved disciple
    • Yogi’s tryst with politics began in 1996 when he was named in charge of managing the election campaign for Mahant Avaidyanath. In 1998, when Avaidyanath retired from active politics, he declared Yogi as his heir apparent, and also the nominee for the next Lok Sabha polls
    • In 1998, when he was just 26, Yogi Adityanath became the youngest member of the 12th Lok Sabha, going on to win successive terms in 1999, 2004, 2009, and in 2014 from the Gorakhpur seat in UP
    • He was one of the more active and vocal members of the Lok Sabha. He has asked 284 questions in the Lok Sabha, way above the average of 180, and participated in more debates (56) than most others. His attendance was 77 per cent
    • He was very vocal on establishing a permanent bench of the Allahabad High Court at Gorakhpur and introduced a Bill in this regard in the Lok Sabha
    • In the 2017 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, the BJP swept to power with 312 seats, and Yogi Adityanath was given the charge to head the state. In March, he was sworn-in as the 21st Chief Minister of the state
    • After coming to power and in the very first Cabinet meeting, Yogi waived off agrarian loans worth Rs 36,359 crore of nearly 87 lakh small and marginal farmers in Uttar Pradesh
    • His law and order drive in the state has been appreciated as well as criticised too
    • He made many changes in UP's industrial policies to generate employment. Under his leadership, UP has attracted investments from several industrial groups in towns like Noida, Gorakhpur, Ghaziabad, Meerut, Hapur, Aligarh, Agra, Mathura, Firozabad, Bulandshahr and Saharanpur
    • He was instrumental in luring Samsung to build the world's largest mobile manufacturing unit in Noida
    • A popular leader in the state, he commands a giant following in eastern UP and is known for his ability to attract eyeballs with his fiery speech
    • He is the head priest of the Gorakhnath temple, the centre of the centuries-old Gorakhpur Shaivite sect. During elections, the saffron-clad monk is in demand for campaigning particularly in states where the 'Nath Panth' has adherents
    • In 2002, he set up the Hindu Yuva Vahini whose volunteers were known to use strong-arm tactics in cow-protection drives and in their attempts to curtail “love jihad”. The outfit's actions drew criticism from many quarters
    • In 2005, Yogi led a purification drive — Ghar Wapasi — under which many “returned” to Hinduism. Yogi landed in jail for his acts. He faced charges ranging from attempt to murder to defiling places of worship, rioting with deadly weapons and criminal intimidation
    • In September 2008, Yogi survived a murderous attack in Azamgarh when he was going to attend a rally
    • In 2020, the World Health Organization “praised” the Uttar Pradesh government for its COVID-19 management strategy, terming it as a good example for other states to follow. However, in April-May 2021, Yogi faced criticism on the mismanagement in the handling of the second wave of pandemic

    Before you go ...
    • As the successor of Guru Gorakhnath temple, he runs schools, colleges and hospitals
    • Yogi likes playing badminton and swimming and his favourite pastimes are gardening, listening to religious discourses, reciting bhajans, and touring religious spots
    • He is said to sleep just four hours a day

    Last Updated: 28/09/2021

    Yogi Adityanath News

    • A wolf responsible for killing eight people in Uttar Pradesh's Bahraich district has been captured by forest department officials. The authorities used firecrackers, traps, and tranquillizers to catch the wolf and have deployed advanced techniques like drone cameras for ongoing searches. Four wolves have been captured so far, with two still at large.
    • The Uttar Pradesh government has approved a new social media policy for influencers and creators to promote government schemes. Influencers will be categorized based on their followers, potentially earning up to ₹8 lakh per month. Legal actions will be taken against posts deemed 'anti-national' or 'derogatory.' Congress has criticized the policy.
    • Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has criticized the Yogi Adityanath government over the alleged suicides of two Dalit girls in Farrukhabad and a daylight robbery at a jewellery shop in Sultanpur. Yadav claims the BJP government is embroiled in corruption and crime, and has announced a party delegation to investigate the incidents.
    • The Uttar Pradesh government has approved a new social media policy targeting influencers and creators. Influencers can earn up to Rs 8 lakh monthly for promoting government schemes based on their followers. It also enforces life imprisonment for those making anti-national or objectionable content, raising concerns about freedom of expression.
    • Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath warned against repeating mistakes made in Bangladesh, emphasizing unity for India's development during a public address in Agra. He stressed the importance of staying united, stating that division leads to destruction. Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav criticized the statement as disgraceful, while Congress condemned it as an attempt to divide society. Congress leader Kunwar Danish Ali accused Adityanath of trying to divide society based on the pretext of Bangladesh.
    • During an event in Agra, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath warned against divisiveness by pointing to the recent upheaval in Bangladesh as an example. He urged the importance of national unity, suggesting that a united nation stands stronger and more prosperous, emphasizing the risks associated with division through his statement 'Batenge toh katenge'.
    • Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directed authorities to ensure elaborate celebrations for Sri Krishna Janmashtami across the state, focusing on security, cleanliness, and logistics at events. Orders were given for videography, drone monitoring, and regular police patrolling to prevent disputes and maintain public safety. Adequate police deployment was mandated for crowded areas.
    • UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is leading the party campaign in upcoming bypolls for 10 assembly seats, touring constituencies like Milkipur, Katehari, and Ghaziabad. A recent meeting involving Yogi, deputy CMs, state president, and RSS leaders aimed to address rumored leadership differences and present a united front ahead of elections. Discussions included strategies to counter opposition and highlight government work for OBC and SC communities.
    • Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav announced that the 'PDA' coalition had overcome the BJP's 'Modi-Yogi' dominance. Speaking at Saifai, he emphasized the significance of the 'PDA' alliance of backwards, Dalits, and minorities, and committed to ensuring their security and respect if his party assumes power, urging party members to support this initiative.
    • Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath charged the Samajwadi Party with ideologically defending rapists and criminals. At an Ayodhya event, he contrasted this with Modi's women's empowerment schemes. He cited specific criminal cases to underscore his accusations. Adityanath also addressed Ayodhya’s development and youth employment, distributing tablets and appointment letters.
    • "Nobody will be allowed to play with the future of youngsters. The time when uncle and nephew and their goons used to go out for recovery whenever recruitment was announced, has passed," Adityanath said in an apparent attack on the SP leadership.
    • Govind Dholakia promised BJP women MPs a return gift of a diamond for Raksha Bandhan if they visit Surat. Uddhav Thackeray claimed BJP's leadership undermines leaders like Shivraj Chouhan. Congress's Gaurav Gogoi warned MPs against media interactions in Parliament. The contradictions amused many MPs, who view it as an attempt to centralize media control.
    • The Uttar Pradesh government plans to train 30,000 youngsters as "surya mitras" to install solar panels on every house in the state. The state has already installed over 25 lakh solar rooftops under the PM Surya Ghar Yojana. To achieve this, the government has set a target of training 30,000 "surya mitras" at district centers and Industrial Training Institutes.
    • Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath highlighted targeted violence against Hindus in Bangladesh and stressed the importance of unity to protect Sanatan Dharma. During his Ayodhya visit, he described the Ram temple's building as a significant milestone and paid tribute to Ramchandra Das, unveiling his statue on his 21st death anniversary.
    • A delegation from the Nishad community met CM Yogi Adityanath, expressing satisfaction with the action taken in the gangrape case of a 12-year-old girl. The CM assured strict punishment for the culprits. Moid Khan and his employee were arrested. The victim's safety was prioritized, and financial aid was given to the family.
    • The 12-year-old Ayodhya gangrape survivor has been referred to King George's Medical University in Lucknow for better treatment, as the women's hospital in Ayodhya lacks adequate facilities, said Chief Medical Officer Sanjay Jain. Jain will accompany the girl during her transit to Lucknow. BJP leaders, including Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, have alleged that the prime accused, Moid Khan, is a member of the Samajwadi Party and part of Faizabad MP Awadhesh Prasad's team.
    • Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak declared that severe punishment would be given to the Ayodhya rape case culprits. He criticized the Samajwadi Party for supporting criminals. Two men were arrested for the crime. Akhilesh Yadav asked for protection for the survivor. BJP members met the victim's family to gather information.
    • The mother of a 12-year-old girl in Ayodhya has accused a Bahujan Samaj Party leader of asking her to compromise in a gang-rape case. The mother made the allegation after a party delegation visited her house. The incident involved two men, Moid Khan and Raju Khan, who raped the girl two months ago and recorded the act. The victim was found pregnant during a medical checkup.
    • Uttar Pradesh Minister and Nishad Party chief Sanjay Nishad criticized the Samajwadi Party (SP) for remaining silent on the rape of a minor girl in Ayodhya, accusing them of protecting SP leader Moeed Khan, the main accused. Nishad condemned SP's inaction, met the victim, and praised CM Yogi Adityanath for taking action. Moeed Khan's bakery was demolished for illegal construction. Khan, along with his house help, allegedly raped and blackmailed a 12-year-old girl. He was arrested and further accused of threatening the victim's family to settle the case.
    • On Wednesday, a mob splashed rainwater on a woman riding a pillion, pushed her off a bike, and groped her. The incident occurred in the upscale Gomtinagar area and was caught on video, which went viral.
    • The Uttar Pradesh Assembly on Tuesday passed the UP Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion (Amendment) Bill, 2024, making the law stricter in cases of fraudulent or forced conversion.
    • The Uttar Pradesh Assembly passed a bill on Tuesday that amends the Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act, increasing the maximum punishment to life imprisonment and a fine of Rs 5 lakh for violators. The amended provisions of the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Bill, 2024, classify certain crimes as the 'most serious'.
    • Samajwadi Party's Akhilesh Yadav criticized BJP leadership post-election losses in UP, hinting at internal rifts and lack of action against responsible party member. He alluded to a video showing leaders not greeting each other. Addressing Lok Sabha during budget discussion, Yadav's remarks sparked reactions from opposition and some BJP members. While not naming anyone, speculation arose about references to reported conflicts between Yogi Adityanath, Amit Shah, and Keshav Prasad Maurya.
    • The Uttar Pradesh Assembly passed a Bill on Tuesday to address cheating in public examinations, imposing life imprisonment and fines up to Rs 1 crore for those involved in organized cheating rackets. The Uttar Pradesh Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill, 2024 includes a provision for life imprisonment and a fine ranging from Rs 50 lakh to Rs 1 crore for anyone collaborating with solver gangs or using unfair means during exams.
    • The UP Assembly approved an amendment to its 'love jihad' law, imposing life imprisonment and a Rs 5 lakh fine for forced conversions. Proposed by CM Yogi Adityanath, the bill targets offenses like threats, attacks, and trafficking, expanding the list of eligible reporters of such incidents. This marks a significant legal change.
    • Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath accused the Samajwadi Party of being a "serious threat" to women's safety, stating that individuals involved in crimes against women are often associated with the party. During the UP Assembly's Monsoon Session, Adityanath emphasized the government's efforts to enhance women's safety, highlighting a reduction in crime rates and the implementation of initiatives like the Anti-Romeo Squad and Women Power Line 1090.
    • Akhilesh Yadav mocked BJP's internal conflict in Uttar Pradesh's budget session, referencing tensions between Yogi Adityanath and Keshav Prasad Maurya. The Samajwadi Party leader highlighted a video where CM Yogi didn't greet PM Modi, indicating strained relations. This comes in the wake of BJP's reduced seat count in recent elections.
    • Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath criticized Samajwadi Party (SP) leaders Akhilesh and Shivpal Yadav during the Assembly session. He congratulated SP’s Mata Prasad Pandey as Leader of Opposition, while mocking the Yadavs. Shivpal Yadav responded by predicting SP’s victory in 2027. CM Yogi also blamed SP for crimes against women and highlighted his government's efforts in women's safety, including anti-Romeo squads and police recruitment.
    • Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath had taken this initiative with the intention of curbing 'love jihad', a term confined by Hindu outfit for alleged forcible conversion. An ordinance was issued for this in November 2020 and later, after the bill was passed by both the houses of the Uttar Pradesh Legislature, the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act-2021 came into force.
    • The Uttar Pradesh government on Monday introduced the UP Prohibition of Unlawful Religious Conversion (Amendment) Bill in the Assembly, under which there will be life imprisonment for 'love jihad' in UP.
    • Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath assured comprehensive arrangements for the Kanwar Yatra, emphasizing self-discipline among devotees for a smooth event. Coordinated efforts with the Centre include enhanced patrolling, cleanliness, and health camps. The yatra, from July 22 to August 6, sees devotees perform rituals with holy Ganga water.
    • Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasised the importance of the 'rule of law' for good governance in Uttar Pradesh. He highlighted the state's zero-tolerance policy towards crime at the NITI Aayog meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Adityanath noted the state's efforts in women's welfare and law enforcement, leading to improved perceptions nationally and internationally. He showcased Uttar Pradesh's achievements, positioning it as an attractive investment hub and inviting PM Modi to the upcoming Prayagraj Maha Kumbh.
    • Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav criticized the BJP, hinting at a rift within the party and calling Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya a "pawn." Maurya retorted by labeling Yadav a "Congress pawn" and defending BJP's stance, asserting the party's continued dominance.
    • The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board will hold written exams for 60,244 constable positions on August 23, 24, 25, and 30, 31, 2024, with two daily shifts and 5 lakh candidates per shift. The exams, rescheduled for integrity, will follow strict guidelines and anti-cheating measures, including severe penalties for malpractices.
    • Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar is encouraging members to give notices online instead of hard copies, despite concerns about the potential for hacking. The Economic Survey highlights unhealthy habits, particularly among the working-age population, and calls for a focus on CSR to revive India's traditional lifestyle. UP CM Yogi Adityanath has also called for a foolproof power arrangement during the Maha Kumbh preparations, despite power outages during the meeting.
    • Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath prioritised addressing public grievances, meeting with 300 people at a Janta Darshan event at Gorakhnath Temple. He promised swift action on their concerns and ensuring housing and healthcare support. He worshipped Lord Mahadev, urged officials to expedite issue resolutions, and emphasised public welfare initiatives. Adityanath also visited Guru Gorakhnath and performed 'gau seva' during his temple visit.
    • The contest between Yogi Adityanath and deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya, who has been vocal about his disenchantment and not hidden his ambitions, goes back to the 2017 Vidhan Sabha elections. A strong OBC leader and the then BJP unit president, Maurya played a key role in BJP’s impressive performance where it won 312 seats.
    • AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi criticized the Uttar Pradesh government's directive for food shops on the Kanwar Yatra route to display ID cards, calling it reflective of hatred towards Muslims. Opposition leaders, including Kapil Sibal and Brinda Karat, also condemned the move, comparing it to Nazi practices. BJP leaders defended the directive, emphasizing public security and harmony.
    • Akhilesh Yadav criticized the BJP, highlighting a rift between Deputy CM Maurya and CM Adityanath. Yadav labeled the BJP as power-oriented and accused the party of corruption and manipulating elections. He pointed to administrative distress, RSS's influence, and the controversial Kanwar Yatra order. Yadav emphasized the Samajwadi Party's commitment to caste census and social justice.
    • Prominent seers and officials met to discuss preparations for the Maha Kumbh 2025, emphasizing the need for better facilities, a ban on fake babas, and a commitment to a plastic-free event. Security will be enhanced with AI-based monitoring and biometric IDs. The event, set for January, is expected to attract over 40 crore devotees.
    • In Maharashtra, nearly 20 office-bearers from the Ajit Pawar-led NCP have joined Sharad Pawar's NCP-SP, signaling a strategic pre-election move by Sharad Pawar. The choice of Pimpri-Chinchwad for this defection is significant as it is a stronghold of Ajit Pawar. More senior leaders from Ajit Pawar's camp, including MLAs and state ministers, are expected to follow. Meanwhile, in Uttar Pradesh, CM Yogi Adityanath is focusing on winning all 10 seats in the upcoming assembly by-elections following BJP's poor performance in recent polls. In Karnataka, the legislative council awaits a new Leader of the Opposition after BJP leader Kota Srinivas Poojary's election to Lok Sabha, with no resolution in sight.
    • Amid BJP's internal rift, Akhilesh Yadav of Samajwadi Party offers a "monsoon deal" to UP's Deputy CM Keshav Maurya, suggesting SP's support if he brings 100 MLAs. This follows BJP's poor 2024 Lok Sabha results in UP, highlighting internal discord between CM Yogi Adityanath and Maurya. Yadav criticizes BJP's governance focus, indicating ongoing power struggles within the party amidst electoral setbacks.
    • BJP leaders, including Yogi Adityanath and J P Nadda, reviewed party's over-confidence, fake narratives, and opposition's surge. Discussed were quota allegations, worker dignity, PWD vacancy, Amit Shah’s 2017 success, June 4 losses, non-Yadav OBCs, PM Modi’s input, Bhupendra Chaudhary’s role. Focus was on organizational reshuffle and upcoming assembly bypolls for 10 seats amid rising BJP chief ambitions.
    • UP BJP report highlights an 8% vote decline, paper leaks, and internal strife as causes for Lok Sabha loss. Samajwadi-Congress won 43 seats. Reduced support from Kurmi, Maurya, and Dalit communities, poor Kashi region performance, early ticket distribution fatigue, central intervention, and unpopular candidates cited. Ayodhya and Amethi scrutinized, JP Nadda leads strategy talks.
    • Former CM Akhilesh Yadav and Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya engage in a war of words over reported infighting within BJP's UP unit. Both leaders express confidence in their respective parties while discussing upcoming bypolls and flood management in the state.
    • Nishad said bulldozers should be used against criminals and not against the poor living in their houses with proper registration and papers. He also said if the government bulldozes the poor, they will bulldoze the government.
    • The BJP is holding state-level review meetings to assess its Lok Sabha seat losses, with a central leader supervising and inspiring party members. The party aims to reassure workers that the fewer seats are due to external factors and that the party will perform well in the future. Topics discussed include the opposition's 'lies' on the Constitution, foreign powers involved, Congress's growth on allies' strength, PM Modi's popularity, and NDA's firm partnership with the BJP.
    • Uttar Pradesh is set to enhance its defence and space technology infrastructure with three new projects under the Defence Testing Infrastructure Scheme (DTIS). Located in Kanpur and Lucknow, these projects will address critical shortcomings in defence testing. Funded by the Union and state governments, they aim to boost indigenous defence production, with significant investments from MIDHANI, BEL, and HAL. The initiative supports advanced R&D, quality assurance, and the self-reliance mission.
    • Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath conducted an aerial survey of flood-affected areas in Shravasti and distributed relief material. Jal Shakti Minister Swatantra Dev Singh stated that the government is closely monitoring the flood situation caused by heavy rainfall in multiple states. Relief efforts are underway in 12 flood-affected districts, with two reported casualties.
    • Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath criticized the Samajwadi Party, referring to its leaders as the "chacha-bhatija duo" (uncle-nephew pair), implying Akhilesh Yadav and Shivpal Singh Yadav. Adityanath accused them of corrupt practices in government recruitment before 2017. He praised the recent recruitment of 7,720 accountants through the UPSSSC, highlighting its fairness and transparency compared to previous processes which he claimed were riddled with corruption.
    • The Uttar Pradesh government has amended building construction laws to boost the hotel industry amid rising tourism. Key changes include lowering land requirements and easing regulations for small hotels, while prohibiting hotel construction on residential plots in planned colonies. Hotels with up to 20 rooms can be built on narrower roads, and parking space and setback rules have been updated. Height restrictions have been relaxed within permissible limits, with large hotels allowed mixed-use space.
    • Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, urged UP CM Yogi Adityanath to increase compensation for Hathras stampede victims, demanding severe punishment for those responsible. Gandhi met victims, criticizing inadequate compensation from the UP govt. He called for proper treatment for the injured and transparent investigation into the tragedy.
    • Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition, visited Hathras to meet the grieving families affected by the recent stampede. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) criticized the Congress MP for not visiting the families of victims in the Kallakurichi illicit liquor tragedy in Tamil Nadu. At least 121 devotees lost their lives in a stampede during a religious 'Satsang' event of self-styled godman Suraj Pal alias 'Bhole Baba' in Fulari village, Uttar Pradesh's Hathras, on Tuesday.
    • Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visited Hathras' Vibhav Nagar area on July 2 to meet the families of the stampede victims. Some locals appreciated his visit amid the prevailing political activities. "Everyone is busy doing politics. It is good that at least someone bothered to come here," said Vineet Kumar, 26, who is preparing for the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) examination.
    • The Uttar Pradesh government on Wednesday formed a three-member judicial commission headed by a retired high court judge to probe the Hathras tragedy, also looking into the possibility that a "conspiracy" was behind the stampede. The panel will submit its report in two months.
    • The recent stampede tragedy during a satsang by Bhole Baba in Hathras, chaos ensued with numerous casualties. Official relief efforts are currently underway as investigations continue into the heartbreaking incident.
    • The commission, tasked to complete the investigation within two months, will look into various aspects of the case including "whether this incident is an accident or a conspiracy" and the arrangements made by the district administration and police for crowd control. It will also recommend preventive steps.
    • Originally named Suraj Pal, the baba belonged to Bahadurnagar village in district Kasganj and was part of the civil police, a senior police official in Kasganj told ET. The baba was also associated with the local intelligence unit of Etawah in 1994-95, said another police officer. He was last posted to Agra, when he either left his job or was expelled, and soon emerged as Narayan Sakar Hari or Bhole Baba, building a formidable following over the years. Being a Dalit, his following was largely dominated by people from the Dalit and backward communities, and he spawned ashrams in Kasganj, Etah, Mainpuri, Aligarh and even Rajasthan.
    • Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ordered a judicial probe into the Hathras stampede, which claimed 121 lives and injured 28. The Special Investigation Team, led by a retired judge, will investigate the incident, which involved 2.5 lakh devotees. Police are searching for Bhole Baba, the preacher at the event. An FIR has been filed against the organizers.
    • A stampede incident in Uttar Pradesh's Hathras district has claimed 121 lives, with 28 people injured. The forensic team and dog squad have arrived to collect belongings from the site, including shoes and sheets used for sitting. The death toll has risen to 121, with 35 people injured. Uttar Pradesh police have launched a search operation at Ram Kutir Charitable Trust in Mainpuri district to find Narayan Saakar Hari, also known as Bhole Baba, the preacher of the 'Satsang' in Hathras. The preacher remains untraceable.
    • Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath met with the injured in the Hathras stampede, which left 121 people dead and 28 injured. The Uttar Pradesh Police registered an FIR against the congregation organizers, accusing them of hiding evidence and flouting conditions. The FIR alleged that the organizers hid the actual number of devotees, did not cooperate in traffic management, and hid evidence after the stampede. Adityanath said the state government will investigate the incident and punish the conspirators.
    • A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Allahabad High Court demanding an inquiry by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into the Hathras stampede incident which has claimed 121 lives so far, leaving 28 injured.
    • A stampede at a religious congregation in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, has resulted in 121 deaths and 28 injuries. Police are searching for the preacher, Bhole Baba, and have filed an FIR against the event organizers. Eyewitnesses described the chaos, and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has vowed a thorough investigation, forming a team to determine the cause and ensure justice.
    • In Hathras district, Uttar Pradesh, a stampede during a religious event led by 'Vishwa Hari Bhole Baba' killed at least 121 people and injured over 300. The tragedy occurred near Phulrai village, where a massive crowd exceeded expected attendance. Overcrowding, narrow exits, and boggy conditions from an overflowing drain contributed to the chaos. Authorities have launched an investigation, and UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has vowed to identify those responsible. The incident highlights ongoing challenges in managing large public gatherings in India.
    • Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath slammed the political parties doing politics over the tragic incident and said, "Doing politics on such an incident is extremely unfortunate and condemnable. This is the time to heal the wounds of the victims, to sympathise with the victims. The government is sensitive in this matter and no culprit will be spared."
    • Following the disaster during a religious congregation (satsang) in Hathras which resulted in over 100 deaths, mostly women and children, and left more than 300 injured, an FIR was registered. The FIR, under sections 105, 110, 126(2), 223, and 238 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, targets Devprakash Madhukar, known as 'Mukhya Sewadar', and other organisers of the event where the tragic stampede occurred.
    • The Uttar Pradesh government passed the draft of the Uttar Pradesh Nodal Investment Region for Manufacturing (Construction) Area Bill (NIRMAN)-2024 in a bid to boost the state's economy to one trillion dollars. The bill aims to create Special Investment Regions (SIRs) to attract big investors. The decision will promote economic development, ease of doing business, and create new job opportunities. Additionally, the cabinet approved a proposal for a Memorandum of Understanding between ITPO and MSME to encourage industrial investment.
    • Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath demanded an apology from Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for allegedly hurting Hindus and the "soul of Mother India." Adityanath criticised Gandhi for defaming UP and Ayodhya, calling his statements shameful and condemnable. Gandhi defended his remarks during a fiery speech in Parliament, emphasizing that Hinduism is not about spreading fear and hatred.
    • The govt's replay came after Apna Dal (S) chief Anupriya Patel alleged bias against backward, scheduled caste (SC) and scheduled tribe (ST) aspirants. The state government further said that if aspirants belonging to any category do not get the average qualification marks, then the commission does not have the right to change the unfilled vacancies into a different category and that these vacancies are "carried forward".
    • Union minister Anupriya Patel has raised concerns about the recruitment process in UP government jobs, particularly those given through interviews. She claims reserved category vacancies are sometimes filled with general candidates, as no suitable reserved category candidate has been found. Patel, an OBC, argues that candidates from OBC/SC/ST categories have met the minimum qualifying criteria and are eligible for these posts.
    • YEIDA chief executive officer Arun Vir Singh said the constitution of a film city alongside the upcoming airport in Jewar was Adityanath' vision, which is now set to become a reality. "Construction of the Film City is scheduled to begin within the next four to six months, with film-related activities expected to commence within three years," Singh said.
    • Uttar Pradesh's Cabinet approved Tata Sons' Rs 650 crore proposal to build an Ayodhya 'museum of temples,' funded through Tata's CSR. Additionally, Rs 100 crore was allocated for Ayodhya's development, and helicopter services will start in Lucknow, Prayagraj, and Kapilvastu. The museum will showcase India's temple history with a potential light-and-sound show.
    • The cabinet approved Tata Sons' museum project in Ayodhya and other developments, including helicopter services in key areas. Ministers discussed heritage building transformations and tourism fellowship programs during the press meet, emphasizing cultural preservation and tourism enhancement.
    • CM Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government is set to introduce the Uttar Pradesh Public Examinations Ordinance 2024 following incidents of paper leaks during the Constable Recruitment Exam and RO-ARO exam in the state.
    • Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasized the need for changes in building byelaws to promote the hotel industry, attributing the state's emergence as a top tourist destination to efforts to boost tourism potential. Adityanath proposed adjustments to land requirements and access road widths for hotel construction, emphasizing adherence to parking, security, and fire safety standards.
    • Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his third consecutive term as a Lok Sabha member, expressing confidence that it would help achieve the aspirations of 140 crore Indians and fulfill the resolutions of 'Amrit Kaal'. Adityanath praised Modi's leadership in realizing the vision of 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat-Viksit Bharat'.
    • Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and his cabinet ministers are set to visit Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya on Monday for a darshan of Lord Shri Ram. The visit is part of the state government's efforts to facilitate pilgrimages, including through the 'Mukhyamantri Teerth Darshan Yojana', which provides buses for people to visit Ayodhya and other pilgrimages. The government has also extended these facilities to economically backward sections.
    • Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reviewed the 'Family ID' process for each family unit in the state, emphasising quick implementation to provide government benefits and employment opportunities. Currently, 15.07 crore people from 3.60 crore families benefit from the National Food Security Scheme, with ration card numbers serving as Family IDs. Over 1 lakh families without ration cards have also received Family IDs. The initiative aims to create a comprehensive database for better scheme management and 100% delivery to eligible beneficiaries.
    • Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited his ailing mother, Savitri Devi, at AIIMS Rishikesh, marking their first meeting in two years. Accompanied by Uttarakhand Health Minister Dhan Singh Rawat and Haridwar MP Trivendra Singh Rawat, he spent 20 minutes at the hospital. CM Yogi also checked on Rudraprayag road accident victims, assuring them of state support. The accident, which killed 14 people, prompted the Uttarakhand government to launch an investigation into the incident.
    • Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended financial aid to families of two Gorakhpur workers who died in a Kuwait fire and to pilgrims injured in a terrorist attack in Jammu's Reasi. He facilitated the return of their bodies and offered condolences, presenting Rs 5 lakh each to the bereaved families and Rs 1 lakh each to the injured.
    • Bhagwat is on a five-day visit to Gorakhpur and Saturday marked the fourth day when he was also scheduled to meet CM Yogi Adityanath in a meeting that was being considered crucial due to BJP's lackluster performance in the state and country, as well as Bhagwat's recent statements seen as a veiled "rap" to BJP to not harbour arrogance.
    • RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat is visiting Gorakhpur, the home district of UP CM Yogi Adityanath for a meeting in the backdrop of BJP's poor performance in the state.
    • SP MP Afzal Ansari, brother of gangster-politician Mukhtar Ansari, attributed BJP's success of winning 30 Lok Sabha seats in Uttar Pradesh to CM Yogi Adityanath. He stated that PM Modi's influence was limited to three seats and that without Yogi's efforts in Varanasi, retaining the seat would have been challenging. Ansari claimed that Yogi's strategy was crucial in avoiding a potential setback for BJP in the state. He accused the government of protecting criminals by allegedly killing his brother.
    • Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath emphasizes the economic impact of the Maha Kumbh event in Prayagraj, expecting crores of attendees and a boost to the state's economy. He calls for an action plan to attract foreign tourists.
    • Jitin Prasada, a prominent Brahmin face of Uttar Pradesh, returned to the Centre after joining BJP in 2021. He was a minister in Manmohan Singh governments and a key figure in Rahul Gandhi's 'young Turks' group.
    • Days after BJP's underwhelming Lok Sabha election results, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath urged ministers to shun VIP culture, prioritise public engagement, and coordinate with local representatives. Deputies Maurya and Pathak were absent, citing prior commitments. Adityanath emphasised the government's focus on public interest, instructed ministers to publicise achievements, and outlined plans for economic growth, public outreach, and problem-solving. He stressed the importance of 'Jan Sunvaai' for prompt grievance redressal.
    • The Lok Sabha results in Uttar Pradesh witnessed a surge for the INDIA bloc in multiple phases, with the Bharatiya Janata Party facing challenges due to dissatisfaction with candidates and local issues. Strategic candidate placements, anti-incumbency factors, and community vote consolidations favored the INDIA bloc, leading to significant shifts in voter sentiment.
    • After the BJP's disappointing performance in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath called a meeting of all ministers for a thorough review of departmental work and public feedback to address governance issues. The meeting is scheduled for 11 am at Lok Bhawan. Another meeting at 6 pm will review the recruitment process for vacant posts with various commissions and boards.
    • Following the BJP's setback in the UP Lok Sabha elections, CM Yogi Adityanath called a meeting with all ministers in Lucknow, instructing their presence at 11 am on Saturday. The INDIA bloc, headed by Akhilesh Yadav and Rahul Gandhi, delivered a major blow to the BJP-led NDA's goal crossing the 270-seat mark in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
    • After BJP's loss of 29 Lok Sabha seats in Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath instructed heads of administrative departments to expedite filling up vacant government positions. Unemployment, tardiness in filling government posts, and paper leaks were key issues during the Lok Sabha season, impacting the BJP's performance in the state.
    • Allegations were also levelled by an MLA against CM Yogi Adityanath for favouring his own Thakur caste wherein the MLA said that legislators belonging to the Thakur caste, even those of other parties or outsiders received great treatment from the CM, while inputs and suggestions of local MLAs and MPs from other castes were disregarded by him. Another MLA also suggested that the contentious Agnipath scheme should be reviewed and the old pension scheme should also be brought back. It was also felt that the party wrongly judged that the Modi factor and national pride plank would cause voters to ignore the other pressing issues.
    • The recent elections in Uttar Pradesh have presented a stark reality to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Despite the party's emphasis on the 'Yogi factor' — a combination of strict law and order, development, and aggressive Hindutva — along with the 'Modi factor,' the expected support did not materialise.
    • The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) approached the 2024 Lok Sabha elections with high hopes. The slogan "Ab ki baar 400 paar" reflected the party's belief in not only securing a majority but achieving a substantial win once again. They did secure the majority, but it didn't quite meet their lofty expectations. This election turned out to be a surprising outcome with the BJP-led NDA winning 292 seats and the Opposition INDIA bloc securing 232 seats out of the total 543.
    • Smriti Irani gave her first media briefing after her defeat in Amethi to Congress candidate Kishori Lal Sharma. She gracefully accepted the loss and thanked her supporters for their dedication and hard work. When asked about her future plans, she remarked, "Bhenon se rishta tab tootata hai, jab arthee uthatee hai" (relationships with sisters end only with death).
    • During the Lok Sabha election, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath campaigned extensively invoking support in the name of development and the recently consecrated Ram Temple in Ayodhya. The Samajwadi Party emerged victorious in two seats and was leading in 35 constituencies.
    • The Lok Sabha elections have seen the BJP facing setbacks in various states like Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, and Gujarat, despite Prime Minister Narendra Modi winning with reduced margins. The NDA alliance, including the BJP and Shiv Sena, had a significant drop in seats compared to previous elections. The performance of the BJP has been inconsistent, with clean sweeps in some states and surprising losses in others.
    • Uttar Pradesh Lok Sabha: The electoral landscape in Uttar Pradesh saw unexpected shifts with factors like Arvind Kejriwal's comments on PM Modi, the performance of the Indian economy, and rising prices affecting the BJP's prospects. Kejriwal's claim about Modi removing Adityanath, concerns about central power, and economic issues like fuel prices and job scarcity played significant roles in shaping voter sentiments.
    • In the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Uttar Pradesh witnessed intense political drama, with Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav challenging the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and the INDIA bloc making significant gains against the ruling party. The Samajwadi Party emerged with 37 seats, followed by BJP with 33 and Congress with 6, marking a notable decline for BJP compared to its 2019 performance.
    • In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, Ravi Kishan emerged victorious in Gorakhpur with a substantial vote margin. The constituency, with a total of 20,97,202 voters, is witnessing a competitive race in the upcoming 2024 polls.
    • The Supreme Court scheduled a hearing for Delhi's plea for additional water from Haryana on June 6. Justices Prashant Kumar Mishra and KV Viswanathan Sai instructing the Upper Yamuna River Board to convene an emergency meeting on June 5 to address the water crisis in Delhi. The plea, filed by Delhi's Water Minister Atishi, emphasised water access as a fundamental human right crucial for survival and dignity.
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