Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Rs 8.08 lakh crore budget unveiled with focus on growth and infrastructure

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Major allocations for infrastructure, education, and welfare

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: CM Yogi Adityanath highlights economic growth and infrastructure boost

Chief minister Yogi Adityanath emphasized the state's economic progress, stating, "This budget of more than Rs 8 lakh 8 thousand crore is 9.8% higher than the budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025... More than Rs 2 lakh 25 thousand crores have been proposed in the budget for capital expenditure, which will be spent on infrastructure. This will generate employment which will strengthen the economy... Uttar Pradesh has emerged as the second largest economy of the country today...."

The budget underscores the government's commitment to infrastructure development, economic growth, and job creation, reinforcing Uttar Pradesh’s position as a leading economic powerhouse in India.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: CM Yogi Adityanath calls budget a roadmap for the next 25 years

Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath stated, "After a fabulous journey of 75 years since our Constitution was implemented, this budget is important for creating a roadmap for our next 25 years..." He emphasized the double-engine government’s commitment to development, announcing the establishment of a Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Memorial and Culture Centre in Lucknow.

He further added, "We have designed the 2025-2026 budget with the theme of aiding the deprived, as per the foundational sentiments of the Constitution."

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: SP chief Akhilesh Yadav criticizes budget, calls it visionless

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath addressing press conference after the state budget 2025-26 in the Legislative Assembly at Tilak hall in Lucknow

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: AI city, cyber security park and more; see key details

Uttar Pradesh finance minister Suresh Kumar Khanna on Thursday presented a Rs 8,08,736-crore Budget for 2025-26 in the state assembly, emphasising research, development and Information Technology.

He stated that nearly 22% of the Budget is allocated for development, 13% for education, 11% for agriculture and related services, and 6% for health."We have focused on research, development and Information Technology in the Budget," Khanna said in his speech. Read more

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Major boost for MSMEs, textile industry, and village enterprises

The Uttar Pradesh government is prioritizing entrepreneurship and employment generation through key financial allocations for MSMEs, handloom, textiles, and village industries in the 2025-26 budget.

Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs)

• Mukhyamantri Yuva Udyami Vikas Abhiyan, launched in 2024-25, aims to help educated and trained youth establish micro industries by linking them with self-employment opportunities. A ₹1,000 crore provision has been made for the scheme.
• Mukhyamantri Yuva Swarojgar Yojana has been allocated ₹225 crore to further support young entrepreneurs.

Handloom & textile industry

• Under the PM Mitra Yojana, ₹300 crore has been earmarked for the textile park’s development.
• ₹150 crore is allocated for implementing the Uttar Pradesh Textile and Garmenting Policy, 2022.
• The Atal Bihari Vajpayee Powerloom Electricity Flat Rate Scheme will receive ₹400 crore to support powerloom operations.

Khadi & village industries

• The Mukhyamantri Gramodyog Rozgar Yojana will provide bank loans to 800 beneficiaries, creating 16,000 employment opportunities, with provisions for interest subsidies.
• Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Khadi Marketing Development Assistance Scheme has been allocated ₹32 crore.
• Uttar Pradesh Mati Kala Board’s operations will receive ₹11.50 crore to promote local pottery and handicrafts.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Massive investments, new expressways, and AI city announced

The Uttar Pradesh government successfully hosted the Global Investors Summit, securing MoUs worth Rs 36 lakh crore. Within a year, commercial production has commenced on projects exceeding Rs 6.50 lakh crore, with several others under construction, marking a historic achievement for the state.

Major infrastructure & expressway projects

Four new expressways have been planned to enhance connectivity:

• Agra-Lucknow Expressway to Ganga Expressway (Hardoi) via Farrukhabad: An entry-controlled greenfield expressway, with ₹900 crore allocated.
• Vindhya Expressway: Connecting Ganga Expressway to Sonbhadra via Prayagraj, Mirzapur, Varanasi, and Chandauli, with ₹50 crore earmarked.
• Ganga Expressway Extension: A Meerut-Haridwar connection, with ₹50 crore provisioned.
• Bundelkhand-Rewa Expressway: ₹50 crore allocated for its construction.

Defence & technology advancements

• Defence Industrial Corridor along Bundelkhand Expressway: ₹461 crore proposed, with an estimated investment of ₹9,500 crore.
• Artificial Intelligence City in Lucknow: ₹5 crore allocated to develop the futuristic hub.
• Technology Translation Research Park in Cyber Security: ₹3 crore provisioned to strengthen research and innovation in cybersecurity.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Budget size increases by Rs 72,298 crore, focus on capital & revenue growth

The budget size for 2025-26 has been set at Rs 8,08,736.06 crore, reflecting an increase of Rs 72,298.35 crore (9.8%) compared to the 2024-25 budget estimate of Rs 7,36,437.71 crore.

Key budget allocations

• Revenue expenditure is estimated at Rs 5,83,174.57 crore, while capital expenditure is set at Rs 2,25,561.49 crore.
• Out of the total capital expenditure, Rs 1,65,242.91 crore has been allocated for capital outlay, aimed at asset creation and job generation.
• Total estimated receipts stand at Rs 7,79,242.65 crore, with Rs 6,62,690.93 crore from revenue receipts and Rs 1,16,551.72 crore from the capital account.
• A provision of Rs 28,478.34 crore has been made for new expenditure items in the budget.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Strengthening law & order for socio-economic growth

FM, in his speech, highlighted that a strong law and order system is essential for a society’s socio-economic progress. Since taking office in its first term, the government has adopted a zero-tolerance policy towards crime, taking strict action against criminals, mafias, and anti-social elements.

Prosecution and convictions

• Between 2017 and December 2024, 31 mafia members were sentenced to life imprisonment or imprisonment with fines in 73 cases, while two individuals received death sentences.
• Convictions were secured in 27,425 cases related to crimes against women and minors, including 11,254 cases under the POCSO Act and 3,775 dowry death cases.

Cyber crime and asset recovery

• 13,83,232 mobile numbers linked to cybercrime were blocked, the highest in the country.
• From 2017 to December 31, 2024, ₹320.89 crore worth of assets were recovered across 77,210 registered cases.

Crackdown on criminals

• From March 20, 2017, to January 23, 2025, 221 hardened criminals were neutralized, while 8,022 were injured in police encounters across various districts.
• To enhance forensic investigations, eight new forensic labs have been established post-2017, adding to the four existing ones.

Prison administration reforms

• Video conferencing facilities have been implemented in 74 prisons and district courts for remand proceedings.
• Around 4,800 CCTV cameras have been installed across prisons, monitored via a centralized video wall at headquarters.
• 271 mobile phone jammers with 3G capabilities have been deployed across 24 prisons to prevent unauthorized communication.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Expanding financial inclusion and social security

FM, in his speech, highlighted Uttar Pradesh’s expanding banking network, which includes 20,416 bank branches, 4,00,932 Bank Mitras and BC Sakhis, and 18,747 ATMs, totaling 4,40,095 banking centers across the state.

He further emphasized Uttar Pradesh’s national leadership in financial inclusion schemes:

• Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana: The state ranks first in the country with 9.57 crore accounts.
• Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana: Over 6.52 crore enrollments, the highest in India.
• Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana: More than 2.28 crore enrollments, the largest nationwide.
• Atal Pension Yojana: 1.12 crore enrollments, showcasing Uttar Pradesh’s exceptional participation in social security initiatives.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Finance minister Suresh Khanna announced a Rs 400 crore provision for providing scooties to meritorious girl students going to college under the Rani Laxmibai Scooty Yojana.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Welfare boost for women, children, and workers

By September 2024, the Maternity, Child, and Girl Child Assistance Scheme had supported 6,22,974 beneficiaries. Similarly, the Construction Workers Death and Disability Assistance Scheme provided benefits to 41,453 individuals.

Under the Daughter Marriage Assistance Scheme, registered laborers receive ₹55,000 for intra-caste marriages and ₹61,000 for inter-caste marriages. Additionally, the Construction Workers Critical Illness Assistance Scheme ensures full reimbursement for treatment at government hospitals.

To support education, children of construction workers are offered free quality education at Aatal Residential Schools, with future plans to expand capacity to 1,000 students per school.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Boosting innovation, employment, and skill development

The UP Startup Dialogue and Expo, held on Innovation Day, recognized top startups with cash prizes. To strengthen the startup ecosystem, an Innovation Fund is being set up in the state.

To encourage youth participation, PRD volunteers may receive higher stipends, along with additional employment opportunities. Additionally, around 80,000 youth and women groups at the village level are receiving sports materials to promote engagement.

Under MGNREGA, 27.40 crore person-days were generated by January 8, 2025, exceeding the 26 crore target, with women contributing 42% of the workforce.

The UP Skill Development Mission has provided free training to 15.25 lakh youths over the past six years, with 5.71 lakh individuals securing jobs or self-employment.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Key announcements on youth empowerment

FM in his speech highlighted the following key initiatives:

• Under the Swami Vivekananda Youth Empowerment Scheme, 49.86 lakh smartphones/tablets have been distributed, with more planned for FY 2025-26.
• The chief minister Abhyudaya Yojana continues to provide free coaching facilities for students in all districts.
• During the 2024-25 session, 54,833 candidates received apprenticeship training under the Pradhan Mantri Shikshuka Protsahan Yojana.
• The chief minister Youth Entrepreneur Development Scheme, launched in FY 2024-25, provides interest-free, collateral-free loans to support the establishment of 1 lakh new micro-enterprises annually.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Strengthening women’s empowerment & rural livelihoods

The UP State Rural Livelihood Mission has benefitted over 96 lakh rural families, while the BC Sakhi Yojana has enabled 39,556 BC Sakhis to facilitate Rs 31,103 crore in financial transactions, earning Rs 84.38 crore in dividends.

Under the Lakhpati Mahila Yojana, more than 31 lakh women have been identified, with over 2 lakh already achieving “Lakhpati” status. Additionally, 1.86 crore beneficiaries have received gas connections through the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, with an added benefit of two free cylinders.

The Women Empowerment Scheme is fostering women-owned producer companies, while initiatives such as girls' hostels, self-defense training, and awareness programs are promoting girls’ education. Furthermore, a new scheme will provide scooters to meritorious girls pursuing higher education.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Major initiatives for farmers' welfare

The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana has benefited around 3 crore farmers, with Rs 79,500 crore transferred through DBT. In FY 2024-25, approximately Rs 496 crore was disbursed as compensation to 10 lakh insured farmers under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana.

Under the PM Kusum Yojana, 22,089 solar pumps of various capacities were installed on farmland in 2024. The Chief Minister Farmer Accident Welfare Scheme, active since September 14, 2019, continues to provide financial assistance in cases of accidental death or disability.

To ensure timely sugarcane payments, the Escrow Account Mechanism was introduced in 2017, benefiting 46 lakh sugarcane farmers with a record Rs 2.73 lakh crore in payments—Rs 59,143 crore more than the total disbursed in the previous 22 years. Additionally, sugarcane productivity has increased from 72 to 85 tons per hectare, boosting farmers' income by Rs 43,364 per hectare.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Boost to rural employment through Gramodyog Rojgar Yojna

Finance minister Suresh Khanna announced adequate funding for interest subsidies under the Mukhya Mantri Gramodyog Rojgar Yojna in FY 2025-26, enabling bank loans for 800 beneficiaries and the establishment of new enterprises to create 16,000 jobs.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Major investments in renewable energy

Finance minister Suresh Khanna announced significant initiatives to promote non-traditional energy sources, including a Pump Storage Hydroelectric Project and a 500 MW solar power plant.

Pump storage hydroelectric project

• A Rs 3,953 crore Pump Storage Hydroelectric Project has been proposed to boost renewable energy.
• The project is expected to be completed within four years.
• A budget provision of Rs 50 crore has been allocated for initial development.

500 MW Solar Power Project in Jalaun

• A 500 MW solar power project will be developed in Jalaun as a joint venture between the Uttar Pradesh State Electricity Generation Corporation Limited and Coal India Limited.
• The project’s total estimated cost is Rs 2,500 crore.
• A provision of Rs 150 crore has been earmarked for the project.

These initiatives reinforce Uttar Pradesh’s commitment to renewable energy expansion and sustainable development.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: AI city, smart urban development, and welfare initiatives

The Uttar Pradesh government has unveiled ambitious plans to position the state as a hub for artificial intelligence. The budget includes the establishment of an "Artificial Intelligence City" and a Cybersecurity Technology Research Translation Park.

Education & smart infrastructure

• ICT labs and smart classrooms are being introduced in primary and secondary schools, along with fully digital libraries in government polytechnics.
• A Center of Excellence for AI will be set up to drive innovation.
• Plans are underway to develop and upgrade science cities, parks, and planetariums.

Urban development & welfare programs

• 58 district-level urban bodies will be transformed into model smart urban centers, alongside municipal corporations, through convergent schemes. A total ₹145 crore has been allocated, with ₹2.5 crore per urban body.
• The Uttar Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board will set up labor hubs at district headquarters, providing essential amenities like canteens, drinking water, and sanitation facilities for workers.

Zero poverty campaign

Launched on Gandhi Jayanti (October 2, 2024), this initiative identifies the poorest families in each gram panchayat, ensuring access to basic necessities and working towards raising their annual income to at least Rs 1,25,000.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Key highlights of the Rs 8.08 lakh crore budget

Before unveiling major schemes for FY 2025-26, the Finance Minister presented an overview of the budget. The total budget size stands at ₹8,08,736.06 crore, reflecting a 9.8% increase from 2024-25.

Key allocations & capital expenditure

Capital expenditure accounts for 20.5% of the budget, focusing on infrastructure expansion and investments.

Major allocations include:

• Infrastructure development – 22%
• Education – 13%
• Agriculture & allied services – 11%
• Healthcare – 6%
• Social security programs – 4%

The budget prioritizes research & development and information technology, with a dedicated allocation for modernizing the Legislative Assembly’s IT systems, ensuring continued digital advancements.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: State’s economy doubles under current leadership

When the government took charge in 2017-18, Uttar Pradesh’s GSDP stood at Rs 12.89 lakh crore. Since then, the state’s economy has doubled, with the GSDP projected to reach Rs 27.51 lakh crore in 2024-25. Uttar Pradesh now plays a key role in driving the nation's economic growth.

In 2023-24, while India’s GDP grew at 9.6%, Uttar Pradesh recorded an impressive 11.6% growth rate. The state’s per capita income, which was Rs 52,671 in 2016-17, rose to Rs 65,660 by 2019-20. Despite the COVID-19 economic downturn, Uttar Pradesh achieved a remarkable 14.9% annual growth rate, pushing per capita income to Rs 93,514 in 2023-24.

These figures highlight the state's economic resilience, rapid growth, and rising income levels, strengthening its position as a key contributor to the national economy.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: State excels in fiscal management

During his budget speech, the Finance Minister emphasized Uttar Pradesh’s strong fiscal performance and efficient financial management. The state's Fiscal Health Index improved from 37.0 (2014-19) to 45.9 (2022-23), reflecting prudent economic policies.

Development & expenditure

• Development expenditure as a percentage of GSDP stood at 13.8%, 16%, and 16.7%, consistently exceeding the all-state average of 10.9%, 11.9%, and 12%.
• Capital expenditure rose from 14.8% to 19.3% (2018-23), surpassing the national average.
• Social sector investment grew by 27% annually, while healthcare spending rose from 4.9% to 6.5% (2018-23), the highest among major states.

Healthcare & fiscal management

• Healthcare expenditure consistently outpaced other states, except in 2018-19 and 2021-22.
• In 2017-18, UP’s healthcare spending was 5.3% of total expenditure, higher than the all-state average of 5.0%. By 2024-25, it increased to 5.9%, exceeding the 5.6% all-state average.
• The debt-to-GSDP ratio improved from 36.7% (2016-17) to 30.4% (2022-23), demonstrating better debt management.

Revenue & growth

• The RBI ranks Uttar Pradesh second in self-tax revenue share (11.6%), just behind Maharashtra.
• The state’s tax-to-GSDP ratio reached 10%, outperforming most states.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: FM highlights state’s transformation into an investment hub

Uttar Pradesh has emerged as a leading investment destination in India, making significant strides in attracting industries and advancing infrastructure development. With world-class connectivity through air, water, road, and rail networks, coupled with investment-friendly policies, the state has shed its image of economic backwardness to become a progressive growth center.

Key reforms in law and order, uninterrupted power supply, and the introduction of digital platforms like 'Nivesh Sarathi' and 'Nivesh Mitra' have fostered transparency and boosted investor confidence, creating a business-friendly environment.

Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Uttar Pradesh has achieved remarkable progress in economic growth, poverty alleviation, infrastructure development, and financial inclusion. Notable advancements have also been made in healthcare, with a focus on modern technology and innovation, further solidifying the state’s path toward holistic development.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: FM highlights Maha Kumbh 2025, state's unprecedented growth

As the Finance Minister began to propose the Budget 2025-26, he highlighted the grandeur of the Mahakumbh-2025 being organized in Prayagraj, describing it as a once-in-144-years event that symbolizes India's rich cultural and religious heritage, deeply rooted in Vedic scriptures and marked by rare astronomical alignments.

The Kumbh Yoga, a representation of our ancient faith, religion, and culture, has long been revered as the ultimate path to liberation. Over 53 crore devotees from India and abroad participated in the Mahakumbh, marking it as the largest human congregation in the world, with its smooth and efficient organization receiving widespread praise. The Minister also noted that many honorable members of the House likely participated in this grand festival of humanity.

He further emphasized that, under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and chief minister Yogi Adityanath, Uttar Pradesh has achieved unprecedented progress over the past eight years. Key areas of focus have included law and order, economic and industrial growth, mainstreaming weaker sections, poverty alleviation, infrastructure development, and financial inclusion. The state has also witnessed significant advancements in medical facilities, with a special emphasis on adopting modern technology and fostering innovation across various sectors.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: UP Finance Minister Suresh Khanna begins the budget presentation in the UP Vidhan Sabha

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Sixth consecutive budget by Suresh Khanna

Finance Minister Suresh Khanna will present his sixth consecutive budget on Thursday, focusing on farmers, youth, women, and the middle class. The budget size is expected to slightly exceed the previous fiscal, likely ranging between Rs 7.9 lakh crore and Rs 8 lakh crore. Unlike many other states, Uttar Pradesh’s budget is expected to remain revenue surplus, as it was in the last fiscal year. The total budget outlay for the current fiscal was over Rs 7.66 lakh crore, including supplementary budgets of Rs 12,000 crore and Rs 17,000 crore.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Focus on infrastructure and economic discipline

The budget will prioritize infrastructure development, with potential provisions for new link expressways and metro network expansions. Finance Minister Suresh Khanna emphasized giving hope to the middle class, farmers, youth, and women. Experts predict a continued focus on economic discipline, including maintaining the Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management (FRBM) limit of 3.5%. However, economist Yashveer Tyagi highlighted concerns about potential gaps between budgetary estimates and actual expenditure.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Emphasis on jobs, start-ups, and entrepreneurs

With a growing youth population, the state government is expected to focus on employment generation. Given the challenges of providing direct jobs, there could be increased emphasis on promoting start-ups and entrepreneurship. Tyagi suggested boosting capital expenditure to create durable assets that generate long-term revenue while balancing the necessary revenue expenditure for salaries and administrative costs.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Capital vs. revenue expenditure explained

The budget is likely to increase capital expenditure on long-term projects such as constructing buildings and infrastructure, which yield recurring revenue for the state. In contrast, revenue expenditure—such as salaries and administrative expenses—remains essential for daily government operations. Experts believe a balanced approach is necessary to ensure sustained economic growth.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Revenue sources and collection targets

GST and VAT collections continue to be the primary sources of revenue for the Uttar Pradesh government. For the current fiscal, the GST/VAT collection target stood at Rs 1.56 lakh crore, with around 73% achieved so far. With an anticipated increase in the total budget outlay, the target for GST/VAT collections is also expected to rise in the coming fiscal.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025 Live Updates: Economic growth and investment highlights

Uttar Pradesh’s GDP is projected to exceed ?30 lakh crore, surpassing the earlier estimate of Rs 27.5 lakh crore. This growth supports the state’s progress toward becoming a one-trillion-dollar economy. Additionally, investments worth Rs 10 lakh crore have already materialized, with another Rs 7 lakh crore in the pipeline, further strengthening the state’s economic condition. These developments are expected to boost the overall economy and create more opportunities for growth.

UP Budget Session 2025 Live: 'Making baseless allegations on Maha Kumbh is like playing with faith of 56 crore devotees", says CM Yogi Adityanath

UP Budget Session 2025 Live: Huge task has to go through three stages: mockery, opposition and acceptance, says CM

UP Budget Session 2025 Live: If organizing sanatana dharma events is a crime, our government will keep doing it, says CM Yogi Adityanath

In the UP assembly, CM Yogi Adityanath says, "They (Opposition) have been against the Maha Kumbh since day 1... In the last session, the discussions and preparations for the Maha Kumbh were underway... We would have discussed the plans and taken your suggestions, but you did not let the House run... The National President of the Samajwadi Party asked what was the need to spend money on the Maha Kumbh... The social media handles of the Samajwadi Party used language which any civilised society would not use... Lalu Yadav called the Kumbh 'Faltu'. Another partner of the SP said the Maha Kumbh has become the 'Mrityu Kumbh'... Congress, Samajwadi Party, RJD and TMC leaders made irresponsible statements... If organising events related to the Sanatana Dharma is a crime, then our government will keep committing that crime..."

UP Budget Session 2025 Live: Disrespecting Urdu is disrespecting India, says SP MLA Pallavi Patel

UP Budget Session 2025 Live: CM Yogi Adityanath reaches Vidhan Sabha

UP Budget Session 2025 Live: SP party MLA Atul Pradhan holding sugarcane on his shoulder to protest

UP Budget Session 2025 Live: SP not able to digest success of Maha Kumbh, says Akhilesh Yadav

UP Budget Session 2025 Live: 11 lakh primary schools have been shut, says SP chief Akhilesh Yadav

UP Budget Session 2025 Live: Urdu is also a language, says SP leader Mata Prasad Pandey

UP Assembly Budget Session: Matter was taken in different direction, says Congress leader Aradhana Misra Mona

Congress leader Aradhana Misra Mona says, "The matter was about the provision of the use of 5 languages in Vidhan Sabha. This was not about the language of school education. I think the matter was taken in a different direction as per some agenda..."

On West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's 'Mrityu Kumbh' remark, she says, "Mahakumbh is the largest gathering of Sanatana Dharma. It is attached to our faith...but it is not right to question such a big gathering which is attached to people's faith."

UP Budget Session 2025 Live: Everyone will get fair chance to raise their issues, says UP Vidhan Sabha Speaker Satish Mahana

UP Budget Session 2025 Live: Braj and Awadhi’s spiritual significance

CM highlights how Sant Surdas wrote in Braj and Tulsidas composed Ramcharitmanas in Awadhi, proving their cultural importance.

UP Budget Session 2025 Live: CM Announces language academies

To promote regional languages, the government will establish separate academies for Bhojpuri, Awadhi, and Braj.

SP Opposes India’s Cultural Heritage, says CM Yogi Adityanath

CM Yogi Adityanath asserts that those against regional languages are, in essence, against Uttar Pradesh’s cultural identity.

UP Budget Session 2025 Live: Regional languages

The Vidhan Sabha now allows speeches in Awadhi, Bhojpuri, Braj, Bundelkhandi, and English, with translations available on headphones.

UP Budget Session 2025 Live: SP’s demand for Urdu inclusion

Leader of Opposition Mata Prasad Pandey clarifies that SP is not against regional dialects but questions why Urdu is not included if English is.

UP Budget Session 2025 Live: CM Yogi Adityanath Slams SP

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath accuses the Samajwadi Party (SP) of opposing regional languages like Bhojpuri and Awadhi, alleging they want to turn children into maulvis.