Gorakhpur, August 11
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said, “Eastern Uttar Pradesh has emerged as a rapidly growing economy on the strength of its youth power. The people here, especially the youth, never lacked talent or hard work. Whenever they received an opportunity, they proved their capabilities. Over the past nine years, the state has succeeded in tripling its economy. During this period, per capita income in Eastern Uttar Pradesh has increased by more than three times. I am fully confident that within the next three years, Uttar Pradesh will move forward towards becoming a one trillion-dollar economy.”
The Chief Minister was addressing the News18 India conclave titled ‘Badalta Purvi Uttar Pradesh’ in Gorakhpur on Tuesday. He stated, “It is not appropriate to cast any stigma on the youth. If the talent and capabilities of the state’s youth could not contribute to development earlier, the fault did not lie with the youth. Rather, the deficiency was in the system that was unable to utilize their talent. The deficiency was among those who could not provide platforms and opportunities for the youth to move ahead. When a government that provided platforms to the youth came into power, opportunities were created for them in every field. As a result, today the youth of the state are proving their talent everywhere.”
The Chief Minister added, “At one time, a large number of people from Eastern Uttar Pradesh went to countries such as Mauritius and Fiji as registered workers. Today, the descendants of those very people are playing leadership roles in many countries. There was never any shortage of talent in Eastern Uttar Pradesh; the problem was the lack of suitable platforms. This region never received the encouragement it deserved. Neglect during the period of slavery can be understood. However, after Independence, there was no such compulsion regarding the development of Eastern Uttar Pradesh. Investment made in Gorakhpur alone during the past nine years has provided employment to 50,000 youth.”
The Chief Minister remarked, “Uttar Pradesh represents the largest youth population in the country. Around 56 to 60 percent of the state’s population consists of youth. This youth power is talented and energetic. Whenever it received the right platform, it proved its capabilities. The government is working at different levels to connect youth with quality education, preparation for competitive examinations, skilling in modern technologies, employment, and self-employment.”
CM added, “Arrangements have also been made for youth preparing for competitive examinations so that economic or other reasons do not become obstacles to their preparation. Any youth can join Mukhyamantri Abhyudaya Coaching. Preparation is facilitated through both virtual and physical modes. Coaching is being provided for competitive examinations such as UPSC, Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission, NEET, and IIT-JEE. Officers posted in districts, including District Magistrates and Joint Magistrates, also devote at least one hour to youth associated with Abhyudaya Coaching.”