The villages of Uttar Pradesh have progressed beyond merely wishing for change; they are now tangible examples of it. During a virtual interaction with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath as part of the Viksit UP@2047 dialogue series, Gram Pradhans shared how the development experienced over the past eight years, once a distant dream, has become a reality, invigorating and inspiring every village. Shivkumar Rajbhar, head of Gram Panchayat Tadwa Mahant in the Ikauna block of Shrawasti district, conveyed that the entire village has embraced the Chief Minister’s campaign. He expressed excitement about the Chief Minister’s upcoming visit to the village, which has created a festive atmosphere in every home.
In Kaushambi district, Seema Nirmal, head of Gram Panchayat Ukhaiya Khas in the Manjhanpur block, highlighted the transformative effects of self-help groups on women’s lives. She actively conducts Panchayat meetings and noted that BC Sakhis are working across villages to empower women economically. Pravesh, head of the Gram Panchayat Bhartaul in the Bithri Chainpur block of Bareilly district, mentioned that the first model ration shop was set up in her village. Today, Bharataul is recognized as a model village, where women are pursuing self-reliance. Gajendra Singh, head of Gram Panchayat Talesara in the Gonda block of Aligarh district, shared the rich historical heritage of his village, linked to 13 freedom fighters.
Memorials, including a stadium and Amrit Sarovar, have been built in their honor. He also pointed out modern facilities such as the Gram Sachivalaya, a banquet hall, and smart classrooms in local schools. Reena Pandey, the head of Gram Panchayat Sanaha in the Sohawal block of Ayodhya district, emphasized that all schemes initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath are being implemented in her village. She specifically mentioned the waste disposal system, which the Chief Minister described as a solid foundation for a developed Uttar Pradesh. Devidayal Singh, head of Gram Panchayat Duredi in the Badokhar Khurd block of Banda district, proudly stated that his Panchayat received ₹36 lakh under the Chief Minister’s Panchayat Award Scheme.
He highlighted the three pillars of a developed Uttar Pradesh: economic strength, vitality, and creativity, noting that smart classrooms are functional in all eight schools of his Panchayat. Jai Prakash, head of Bhawal Khera Gram Panchayat in Shahjahanpur district, shared that his village has been awarded the Chief Minister’s Panchayat Incentive Award twice. He elaborated on the achievements of self-help groups that have bolstered the local economy and acknowledged Finance Minister Suresh Khanna’s significant role in the village’s development. Bhukan Lal, head of Koyla Gram Panchayat in the Chamraon block of Rampur district, explained that his Panchayat, with a population of 7,700, is ensuring development schemes reach every household.
The village is equipped with a primary health center, an inter-college, a bank, a post office, and a library, along with an efficient waste collection and disposal system. These interactions clearly demonstrate that Uttar Pradesh’s villages are now crafting new narratives of self-reliance, cleanliness, education, and women’s empowerment. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath praised the commitment and awareness of the Gram Pradhans, stating that their proactive efforts embody the true driving force behind realizing the vision of a developed Uttar Pradesh by 2047.