Yogi Adityanath Declares Uttar Pradesh's Transformation from 'Fear Zone' to 'Faith Zone'
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath asserted on Monday that public confidence in Uttar Pradesh's law and order has surged dramatically, transforming the state from a 'fear zone' into a 'faith zone'. He made these remarks while participating in the discussion on the Motion of Thanks to the Governor's address in the Legislative Council.
Atmosphere of Trust Replaces Fear
The atmosphere today is one of trust, not fear. People are flocking to the state with unwavering faith in UP's security and governance frameworks. With a robust and effective law and order system, Uttar Pradesh has successfully transitioned from a 'fear zone' to a 'faith zone', the Chief Minister emphasized.
He highlighted that Uttar Pradesh is no longer witnessing any unrest or riots, succinctly stating: "No curfew, no danga, UP mein sab changa (No curfew, no riots, all is well in UP)."
Festive Economy Replaces Riots
Adityanath noted that in place of riots, a fast-developing festive and temple-technology economy has emerged. The state, once gripped by fear due to widespread riots and disorder, now reflects an environment of faith and celebration.
"Over the past nine years, the state has come a long way — from crime and disorder to discipline, from curfew to the rule of law, from disturbance to celebration, from problem to solution, and from distrust to confidence," he declared.
Criticism of Opposition Behavior
The Chief Minister strongly criticized the opposition for its "indecent and disrespectful" behavior towards the Governor. "The Governor is the constitutional head of the state. Despite this, the opposition showed indecent behaviour towards the Governor. This not only weakens democracy but also amounts to disrespect towards all key figures associated with the constitutional system," Yogi stated.
He added that it is a collective responsibility to respect national symbols and maintain dignity toward constitutional authorities, but expecting this from the opposition is futile. He asserted that the opposition's conduct reflects the true mindset of the Samajwadi Party.
Historical Context and Transformation
Adityanath recounted that driven by narrow agendas, past governments played with the future of the state and its citizens, pushing it into an identity crisis. Uttar Pradesh became a hub of lawlessness, disorder, and crime, with curfew becoming its identity. Known as the land of India's eternal values, the state fell into complete disarray.
"Now, with clear policy, pure intent, and commitment to good governance, Uttar Pradesh succeeded in turning bottlenecks into breakthroughs for the nation's economy," the CM affirmed.
Progress and Development Initiatives
He stated that UP is progressing as a revenue-surplus and celebration-driven state. Aligning with national vision, over the past 8 to 8.5 years, Uttar Pradesh has established itself as a foundation land of transformation. This widespread change is viewed as the confluence of technology, trust, and transformation.
Before 2017, the state was engulfed in an atmosphere of policy apathy, administrative lethargy, and an anti-development mindset. Efforts were made to completely change this environment, resulting in UP moving forward with a new identity.
From effective implementation of welfare schemes to large-scale employment generation campaigns, every field has seen systematic progress. Concrete steps were also taken to establish Uttar Pradesh as a premier investment destination, strengthening the environment for industrial development and investment.
Law and Order Reforms
Before 2017, the 'One District One Mafia' situation shook the state. Festivals turned from centres of faith into centres of fear, and police morale was broken. After 2017, the same riot-affected state became 'Utsav ka Pradesh' (state of celebrations).
"Now, the rule of law has been established which is the first condition for development. Record police recruitments were conducted, special attention was given to women empowerment, and new schemes were launched for youth," he detailed.
Religious Gatherings and Devotee Participation
The Chief Minister highlighted massive participation in religious events as proof of public trust. Over 66 crore devotees participated in the Maha Kumbh. The Magh Mela in Prayagraj was also organized successfully, with over 21 crore devotees taking holy dips this time.
On Mahashivratri, over 40 lakh devotees bathed at Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj. "This unprecedented participation of devotees is not only a symbol of faith but also proof of their trust in arrangements and security," he said.
Adityanath concluded by emphasizing Uttar Pradesh's cultural significance: "The soul of India resides in Uttar Pradesh. The dignity of Ayodhya, the eternal consciousness of Kashi, the devotion of Mathura-Vrindavan, and the harmony of Prayagraj are clearly visible in Triveni, Kumbh, and Maha Kumbh."
