Yogi Adityanath says Congress’s ‘cunning tactics’ led to division: report

He warns against the potential consequences of delegating the wrong governance

Pilibhit (Uttar Pradesh):

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday said Congress’s “cunning tactics” were responsible for India’s partition seven decades ago.

In a public address at the Drummond International College campus, the Chief Minister also praised India’s remarkable progress towards global status under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and hailed it as a “golden era”.

He emphasized that “changes across the country are evident in terms of enhanced security, rapid infrastructure development, and welfare programs reaching disadvantaged groups.”

Chief Minister Yogi urged support for BJP candidates Jitin Prasad from Pilibhit and Chhatrapal Singh Gangwar from Bareilly. He also extended his warmest wishes to Chaitra Navratri and the Indian New Year.

Reflecting on the historical significance, Chief Minister Yogi spoke of the unity symbolized by Guru Nanak Dev’s birthplace, which he claimed had been marred by political divisions in the past. He, however, hailed the establishment of the Kartarpur Corridor under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi as proof of India’s commitment to Sikh heritage and unity.

“Our Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched the Veer Bal Diwas celebrations on December 26 to commemorate the valor of the four saints of Guru Gobind Singh,” he said. Yogi Adityanath also highlighted these sages A respected figure who made great sacrifices in defense of Hinduism and Indian culture.

“The Prime Minister stressed the importance of respecting their contribution and dedicated 26 December to commemorating their bravery. This move has attracted national attention and commemorations are being held across the country today.

The chief minister said timely payment of sugarcane price to farmers is a major step forward for the agriculture sector.

The CM noted that Pilibhit enjoys dual reputation for agricultural and artistic heritage and stressed that sugarcane growers play a vital role in bringing the sweetness of the region to the country and beyond.

“Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, we have worked hard to ensure that farmers receive their dues on time, escaping from the long delays they faced earlier. This development marks a positive step towards resolving the long-standing grievances of sugarcane farmers,” he said.

The First Minister highlighted the transformative impact of responsible voting and warned against the dire consequences of misplaced votes.

He drew attention to the successful construction of Ram Lalla Temple in Ayodhya and attributed this milestone to the leadership and vision of Prime Minister Modi. The chief minister urged support for the BJP candidate and stressed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s commitment to realizing the vision of a developed India.

Looking back on the past decade, he highlighted the tangible changes that have occurred across the country, emphasizing the critical role of individual votes in shaping the nation’s trajectory.

He warned against the potential consequences of delegating the wrong governance, citing issues ranging from national security concerns to the plight of farmers.

The Chief Minister highlighted India’s transformation from a backward country to a global power. Recalling the key role of voters in the 2014 and 2019 elections, the Chief Minister attributed India’s progress to public trust in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership.

Highlighting the transformation taking place in the country, the CM urged citizens to rally under slogans of “Fir Ek Baar Modi Sarkar”, “Abki Baar 400 Par”. To encourage active participation in the electoral process, the Chief Minister appealed to individuals to vote within the first three hours of voting and mobilize other voters.

Attendees during the event included BJP state president Chaudhary Bhupendra Singh, Union Minister BL Verma; UP government ministers Rakesh Sachan, Baldev Singh Aulakh and Sanjay Singh Gangwar, and Barre Lee MP Santosh Gangwar, BJP Pilibhit candidate Jitin Prasad, Bareilly candidate Chhatrapal Singh Gangwar and former minister Suresh Rana.

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