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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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What is UP CM yogi adityanath's real name: 5 facts to know about him

etimes.in / Mar 19, 2025, 14:55 (IST)

yogi adityanath, born Ajay Singh Bisht on June 5, 1972, currently serves as the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh. A prominent BJP politician and religious leader, yogi adityanath has held office in politics since 1998 and became the youngest Lok Sabha member at 26.

CM pays tribute to shehnai maestro Bismillah Khan

Mar 22, 2025, 01:41 (IST)

CM to attend Phoolon ki Holi at Iskcon

TNN / Mar 22, 2025, 00:53 (IST)

8 years of Yogi govt: UP govt to secure future of UP children by setting up Anganwadi centers in every village across state

TNN / Mar 16, 2025, 17:28 (IST)

Under CM yogi adityanath, Uttar Pradesh undergoes substantial rural transformation with the construction of over 19,000 Anganwadi centers since 2018 under MGNREGA. This initiative aims to combat malnutrition, empower women, and develop infrastructure. With significant investment, these centers ensure quality and safety, fostering holistic environments for child development and boosting the rural economy.

CM inspects Navratri mela preps in Balrampur

TNN / Mar 22, 2025, 00:53 (IST)

CM Yogi to join Holika Dahan procession in Gkp on Mar 13

TNN / Mar 12, 2025, 01:14 (IST)

CM: Take stock of damage, undertake relief work promptly

Mar 18, 2025, 00:44 (IST)

Yogi to visit Ayodhya today

TNN / Mar 21, 2025, 00:50 (IST)

CM proposes renaming of Suhelwa sanctuary

TNN / Mar 21, 2025, 00:47 (IST)

'If I have to lose power for Ram Mandir, so be it': yogi adityanath recalls 2017 Ayodhya visit

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Mar 21, 2025, 18:20 (IST)

CM hails media’s role in countering misinfo, promoting discourse

Mar 16, 2025, 20:41 (IST)

Yogi thanks Modi for gifting Ganga Jal to Tulsi Gabbard

Mar 18, 2025, 00:47 (IST)

‘UP became economic powerhouse in last 8 years under Yogi’s leadership’

TNN / Mar 21, 2025, 00:26 (IST)

'Glorifying invaders act of treason': UP CM yogi adityanath amid Aurangzeb row

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Mar 20, 2025, 14:19 (IST)

Uttar Pradesh chief minister yogi adityanath labelled endorsing invaders like Aurangzeb as treason, emphasizing respect for India's cultural heritage. His remarks follow the controversy over the Mughal emperor's tomb removal in Maharashtra, amid violent clashes in Nagpur where thirty-three police personnel were injured, and fifty arrests were made.

'Sambhal is the truth, predates Islam': yogi adityanath says people should stop praising foreign invaders

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Mar 12, 2025, 13:55 (IST)

Uttar Pradesh CM yogi adityanath urged people to stop glorifying foreign invaders, stressing the importance of preserving religious sites like Sambhal. Speaking in Lucknow, he emphasized the need to respect places of worship and criticized those who forcibly occupy them. He also highlighted the significance of the Maha Kumbh and criticized previous administrations for mismanagement.

3.89L litres of Sangam water delivered in UP and Assam

Mar 18, 2025, 22:44 (IST)

Ustad Bismillah Khan remembered

Mar 21, 2025, 23:11 (IST)

Young beneficiaries thank CM for interest-free loans

TNN / Mar 22, 2025, 00:57 (IST)

Yogi govt turned UP green with plantation of 200 crore saplings

TNN / Mar 20, 2025, 00:26 (IST)

IPL 2025: Lucknow Super Giants squad meets UP CM yogi adityanath ahead of season

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Mar 18, 2025, 11:27 (IST)

Ahead of IPL 2025, Lucknow Super Giants met Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister yogi adityanath, who commended the team’s past performances and extended his best wishes for the upcoming season. Captained by Rishabh Pant, LSG will play their first match against Delhi Capitals on March 24. Pant, acquired for Rs 27 crore, aims to lead the team to victory.