UP CM Yogi Adityanath visits Maa Vindhyavasini Devi Temple in Mirzapur

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited the Maa Vindhyavasini Devi Temple in Mirzapur on Wednesday, offering prayers at the sacred site.

Addressing a public meeting at an exhibition showcasing his government's achievements over the past eight years, he highlighted the role of faith in driving economic growth.

Speaking about the development of religious corridors, he emphasized that the Maa Vindhyavasini corridor has already attracted lakhs of visitors, boosting regional development. "Faith can also become the basis of economic growth, or Maha Kumbh paved the way for it. I congratulate you. After the development of a corridor of Maa Vindhyavasini, lakhs of Sardars have visited it, and I thank you all for visiting with reverence," he said.

He also underscored the importance of the Ganga Expressway, describing it as the largest expressway in the country, which will connect key religious sites like Maa Vindhyavasini Dham and Baba Vishwanath Dham. "Ganga Expressway is the largest expressway in the country, till now between Meerut and Prayagraj. We have decided that we will conduct a survey and connect Maa Vindhyavasini Dham to Baba Vishwanath Dham. This expressway should be connected with Purvanchal Expressway," he stated.

Highlighting infrastructure development, he noted that expressways serve as the backbone of the economy by enhancing connectivity and strengthening infrastructure. "Infrastructure will be strengthened, connectivity will be so much better, and there will be great potential for economic growth. Through this 8-year Janpati Mahotsav, you must be seeing the exhibition that is being held, through this you all must be getting a glimpse and you must have seen that when you select and send good people, a medical college was also built in Mirzapur, a corridor of Maa Vindhyavasini was also built. When the new generation who have done graduation will get their degree, then parents will also be a part of it. You will receive the blessings of Vindhyavasini," he said.

The Chief Minister expressed pride in the establishment of a medical college in Mirzapur and the various infrastructure projects undertaken during his tenure. He urged people to continue supporting good governance for the overall development of the state.

The event also featured an exhibition showcasing the key achievements of the government over the past eight years. Union Minister of State for Chemicals & Fertilizers and Health & Family Welfare, Anupriya Patel, was also present.