Operation Sindoor Showcases India’s Strength; PM Modi’s Vision for Global Welfare Earns Worldwide Admiration

Varanasi/Lucknow, August 2, 2025

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath declared that the new India possesses the resolve to crush criminals in places like Pahalgam and eliminate enemies by striking them in their own territory. He lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for showcasing India’s military prowess and capability through Operation Sindoor, which has made the world acknowledge India’s strength. CM Yogi further stated that PM Modi is the world’s most popular leader, having been honored with the highest civilian awards by over 48 countries in the past 11 years. Recently, Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Namibia, and Brazil conferred their highest civilian honors on PM Modi, enhancing the pride of 1.4 billion Indians.

These remarks were made during a public event for the inauguration and foundation-laying of development projects in Gram Sabha-Banauli (Kalika Dham), Sevapuri, Varanasi, in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Welcoming PM Modi on his 51st visit to Kashi during the holy month of Shravan, CM Yogi expressed gratitude for his unwavering commitment to the spiritual capital of India.

PM Modi’s 51st Visit to Kashi: A Historic Milestone

CM Yogi highlighted the significance of PM Modi’s 51st visit to his parliamentary constituency, Varanasi, stating it as a rare feat for any Prime Minister. He emphasized that Kashi, embodying the eternal soul of Sanatan Dharma and global camaraderie, has emerged as a global attraction over the past 11 years, blending spirituality with modernity. Under PM Modi’s leadership, Kashi has become a unique confluence of tradition and progress, earning recognition as a global cultural and spiritual hub.

₹51,000 Crore Projects Transforming Varanasi

The Chief Minister elaborated that over the past 11 years, development projects worth ₹51,000 crore have been sanctioned for Varanasi. Of these, projects worth ₹34,000 crore have already been inaugurated by PM Modi, setting a new paradigm for holistic development and reinforcing Kashi’s global identity. Additionally, projects worth over ₹16,000 crore are in various stages of progress. During this visit, PM Modi gifted Kashi projects worth ₹2,200 crore, encompassing initiatives in connectivity, water supply, education, healthcare, sports, and cultural rejuvenation. These projects are poised to enhance infrastructure while preserving the city’s rich cultural heritage.

Empowering Divyangjans: New Opportunities for All

CM Yogi praised PM Modi for introducing the term ‘Divyang,’ which has instilled hope and enthusiasm among differently-abled individuals. During the event, thousands of Divyangjans received assistive devices, enabling them to pursue opportunities in education, employment, and social integration. The CM emphasized that Divyangjans are integral to the vision of a capable and inclusive India, and the government is committed to their empowerment.

Farmers’ Empowerment: The Backbone of Atmanirbhar Bharat

Reflecting on the plight of farmers 11 years ago, CM Yogi noted that farmers were once compelled to abandon agriculture or, in extreme cases, resort to suicide due to systemic failures. However, transformative schemes like the Soil Health Card, Pradhan Mantri Krishi Bima Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana, and market linkage programs have revolutionized the agricultural landscape. During the event, PM Modi facilitated the distribution of the 20th installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi to nearly 10 crore farmers across India, including 2.3 crore farmers from Uttar Pradesh and 2.21 lakh from Varanasi. These initiatives are empowering farmers to contribute to the vision of a self-reliant and developed India.

Kashi: A Confluence of Development and Culture

CM Yogi underscored that under PM Modi’s leadership, Kashi is emerging as a unique blend of development and cultural heritage. The city is not only reinforcing its status as India’s cultural capital but also establishing itself as a global hub with modern infrastructure. He highlighted that the collective efforts of farmers, Divyangjans, and other sections of society are driving the vision of an Atmanirbhar (self-reliant) and Viksit (developed) Bharat.

Dignitaries Present at the Event

The event was attended by prominent leaders, including Deputy Chief Ministers Keshav Prasad Maurya and Brajesh Pathak, BJP State President Chaudhary Bhupendra Singh, and state ministers Surya Pratap Shahi, Suresh Khanna, Anil Rajbhar, Ravindra Jaiswal, and Dayashankar Mishra ‘Dayalu.’ Their presence underscored the government’s commitment to Kashi’s development and India’s progress.

New India, with a revitalized Kashi, is showcasing its strength on the global stage, driven by PM Modi’s visionary leadership and CM Yogi’s dynamic governance.