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Yogi Adityanath

Yogi Adityanath, born Ajay Mohan Bisht, is an Indian politician and the current Chief Minister of the state of Uttar Pradesh in India. He was born on June 5, 1972, in Panchur, Uttarakhand, India.

He has been a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) since 1998 and was elected to the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Indian Parliament, from the Gorakhpur constituency in 1998, 1999, 2004, 2009, and 2014. Adityanath is the Mahant or head priest of the Gorakhnath Mutt, a Hindu temple in Gorakhpur, following the death of his spiritual 'father,' Mahant Avaidyanath in September 2014. He is also the founder of the Hindu Yuva Vahini, a social, cultural and nationalist group of youth who seek to provide rightist Hindu platform.

Days after taking charge of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ordered shut down of 'illegal' slaughter houses and a blanket ban on smuggling of cows. The state government officials were directed against using plastic products and pan masala in office premises. He also directed the state police to form anti-Romeo squads to check eve-teasing in the state.

The Yogi led UP govt also ordered a stay on Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) results after complaints of massive irregularities.

He also urged his ministers to shun sirens and hooters as they create noise pollution. Although he did not ban the red beacons.

In a big relief to farmers of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi on April 4, 2017, waived off the Rs 30,729 crore worth loan of small and marginal farmers in the state.

Under his leadership, the Bharatiya Janta Party won the Uttar Pradesh Assembly Elections 2022. He was sworn in as the Chief Minister of the state for the second consecutive time.

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Uttar Pradesh CM yogi adityanath conducts high-level review of Tax Department in Lucknow

ANI / Jun 08, 2025, 12:04 (IST)

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister yogi adityanath conducted a high-level review of the State Tax Department in Lucknow and directed the officials to adopt the policy of transparency, technical efficiency and strict enforcement in tax collection.

CM has pulled UP out of mafia’s clutches: Ravi Kishan

TNN / Jun 06, 2025, 00:39 (IST)

‘Made in UP, BrahMos destroyed terror camps of Jaishe-Mohammed and Lashkare-Taiba’

TNN / Jun 02, 2025, 01:39 (IST)

Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar lauded the BrahMos missile's role in combating terrorism, highlighting its Uttar Pradesh origin and the Army's successful operations. He emphasized the importance of preserving India's cultural heritage, citing Ahilyabai Holkar's reconstruction of the Kashi Vishwanath temple. Dhankhar praised the transformation of Kashi and Uttar Pradesh's progress under yogi adityanath, noting its improved governance and development.

CM to inaugurate king Suheldev’s memorial in Bahraich on June 10

TNN / Jun 09, 2025, 01:40 (IST)

Worked tirelessly for UP: PM wishes Yogi a happy birthday

TNN / Jun 06, 2025, 01:27 (IST)

UP CM yogi adityanath expresses gratitude towards PM Modi as 'Pran Pratishtha' takes place at Ram Janmabhoomi Temple

ANI / Jun 05, 2025, 18:04 (IST)

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister yogi adityanath participated in the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, where he stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had re-established India's pride in Ayodhya. The consecration of Lord Ram's idol, along with other deities, was completed following Vedic rituals, marking the end of a 500-year wait.

'Mohd Ameen recited bhajans dedicated to Ram': Muslim couple visits Ayodhya to seek Ram Lalla's blessings; praises UP CM yogi adityanath as a good leader

TNN / Jun 06, 2025, 01:15 (IST)

A Muslim couple from Lakhimpur Kheri, Uttar Pradesh, drew attention in Ayodhya while seeking darshan of Ram Lalla. The couple, escorted by security due to public interest, had visited the temple town and other Hindu shrines previously. Mohd Ameen praised Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister yogi adityanath and recited Ram bhajans, while his wife also sang devotional songs.

CM Yogi’s birthday to be special this year

TNN / Jun 02, 2025, 00:51 (IST)

On his birthday, CM yogi adityanath to attend Ram Darbar grand event

TNN / Jun 05, 2025, 10:21 (IST)

The Ram temple complex in Ayodhya is set to conclude its second consecration ceremony with the inauguration of Ram Darbar and six other temples on Ganga Dussehra. Chief Minister yogi adityanath will attend the event, which coincides with his birthday, and participate in other celebrations. The ceremony, considered historically significant, will take place during an auspicious 15-minute window.

Gomti clean-up drive creates awareness to protect environ

TNN / Jun 06, 2025, 01:27 (IST)

'Give special attention to cleanliness': yogi adityanath instructs Gorakhpur corporators

ANI / Jun 06, 2025, 22:16 (IST)

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister yogi adityanath assured Gorakhpur residents that the city would not be divided during the rainy season, emphasizing the importance of cleanliness. He urged everyone to plant trees to combat climate change and rejuvenate rivers. Adityanath also highlighted infrastructure developments, including four-lane roads and the upcoming AYUSH university, alongside improvements in waste management and recreational facilities.

On Ganga Dussehra, Ayodhyaset for Raja Ram’s consecration

TNN / Jun 04, 2025, 23:31 (IST)

Up state road transport corporation begins converting old diesel buses into electric vehicles

TNN / Jun 05, 2025, 00:45 (IST)

UP govt adds 19L hectares of irrigation capacity with 29 projects in eight years

TNN / Jun 09, 2025, 02:30 (IST)

From bullets to flowers: UP CM yogi adityanath on Ayodhya’s transition; says blessings of revered seers guiding New India

TNN / Jun 06, 2025, 10:37 (IST)

Chief Minister yogi adityanath declared Ayodhya a global symbol of 'Atithi Devo Bhava,' noting its transformation from a place of conflict to one of welcome. He emphasized the Pran Pratishtha ceremony and the grand Ram Lalla temple as symbols of Sanatan Dharma's strength.

Yoga sessions, seminars, workshops in lineup of IYD event across Uttar Pradesh

TNN / Jun 02, 2025, 00:49 (IST)

CM to plant Harishankari sapling in Ayodhya today

TNN / Jun 05, 2025, 01:43 (IST)

Mohsin Raza submits proposals to boost sports in UP

TNN / May 29, 2025, 00:49 (IST)

Ayodhya: UP CM yogi adityanath attends 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony at Ram Janmabhoomi Temple

ANI / Jun 05, 2025, 10:29 (IST)

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister yogi adityanath is participating in the 'Pran Pratishtha' of the Ram Darbar at the first floor of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple.