'Empowered Women Secure Nation’s Future': CM Yogi Adityanath Highlights Girls’ Education Gains In UP
Lucknow, October 15, 2026: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath described Maa Bhagwati in her Skandamata form as the presiding deity of affection, motherly love and nourishment. He said that the worship of Maa Skandamata conveys the sacred message that when women are healthy, educated and empowered, only then is the nation’s present secure and its future bright. In a post on X, the CM wrote that,…
Lucknow, October 15, 2026: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed the belief that the worship of Maa Skandamata, in her Skandamata form, symbolizes affection, motherly love and nourishment. He emphasized that when women are healthy, educated and empowered, the nation's present is secure and its future shines brightly. In a recent post on X, the CM highlighted that prior to 2017, previous administrations were more focused on cultivating their own political networks rather than empowering daughters.
The well-being of mothers and the education of girls had been neglected severely, with corrupt practices further exacerbating the issue. Hospitals were in poor condition, medicines were scarce, and arrangements for safe deliveries were lacking, leading to alarming maternal and infant mortality rates.
The double-engine government, under CM Adityanath, has turned this situation around in the past nine and a half years. Before this period, many girls were unable to continue their education due to the absence of basic facilities. However, in the last nine years and a half, a comprehensive framework for safety and welfare has been established, covering every stage from a girl's birth, education, and safe motherhood.
The infrastructure of primary schools has seen a remarkable improvement, with basic facilities available to 96% of schools, a significant increase from 36% in 2017. The school dropout rate has plummeted from 20% to less than 3%.
To cater to girls from underprivileged backgrounds, Atal Residential Schools have been set up, offering modern, world-class education to girls. Additionally, Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas have expanded their facilities up to Class 12, providing girls with the chance to complete their education. CM Yogi Adityanath's administration has also installed 9 lakh solar panels in UP, with the estimated annual electricity value reaching ₹3,202 crores.
Investing in girls' education, according to the Chief Minister, is an investment in strengthening confidence and the state's future.
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