Lucknow’s legislative assembly echoed with pride as Governor Anandiben Patel delivered a resounding address highlighting Uttar Pradesh’s ascent to the top spot among Indian states. Far beyond its massive population, UP is now steering the nation through stellar achievements across key sectors.
In agriculture, the state reigns supreme in foodgrains, sugarcane, sugar, milk, mangoes, and potatoes. Foodgrain production has skyrocketed from 55.746 million metric tons in 2016-17 to an impressive 73.74 million metric tons in 2024-25. This surge not only ensures self-reliance but fortifies India’s food security.
The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme saw UP leading the pack with flawless execution. Pioneering DBT payments for agricultural investments, the state disbursed over Rs 3 lakh crore to sugarcane farmers, exemplifying farmer-centric governance.
Renewable energy shines bright too. UP tops the PM Surya Ghar Yojana for rooftop solar and dominates ethanol production and supply, boosting farmer incomes while advancing clean energy and Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Housing and sanitation milestones include leading in PMAY rural and urban constructions and rural toilet builds under Swachh Bharat Mission.
Social security schemes like Atal Pension Yojana registrations, 1.85 crore Ujjwala gas connections, and top rankings in PM Suraksha Bima and Jeevan Jyoti Bima underscore UP’s welfare leadership.
Economically, over 96 lakh MSMEs have been established, and UP leads government procurement via GEM portal, fostering transparency and local growth.
Administrative reforms via Mission Karmayogi place UP first in iGOT portal users and e-Prosecution. With 20.98 lakh active taxpayers, tax compliance is unmatched. Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission sees UP pioneering ABHA ID creation, revolutionizing digital health infrastructure.
Governor Patel’s speech paints UP as a performance powerhouse, leading India by results, ready to propel national progress.