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UP CM visits Varanasi, prays at temples
The Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, went to Varanasi for two days.
He prayed at the Kashi Vishwanath and Kaal Bhairav temples.
He also visited a night shelter where people stay during the cold weather.
He talked to the people there, gave them blankets and food, and made sure they were comfortable.
He told the officials to make sure no one has to sleep on the streets during winter.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited Varanasi for a two-day trip.
He prayed at the Kashi Vishwanath and Kaal Bhairav temples.
Adityanath visited a night shelter, interacted with residents, and distributed blankets and food.
He reviewed the facilities at the shelter and sought feedback from residents.
He directed officials to ensure no one spends the night on the streets during winter.
- Who
- Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath
- What
- Visited temples and a night shelter in Varanasi
- Where
- Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
- When
- January 3 (start of the two-day visit)
- Why
- To pray for public prosperity and review night shelter facilities
Key facts
- Person
- Yogi Adityanath
- Location
- Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
- Temples Visited
- Kashi Vishwanath, Kaal Bhairav
- Activities
- Prayers, rituals, night shelter visit
- Duration of Visit
- Two days
Quotes
Yogi Adityanath
Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh
“The most important sites associated with Buddha and Jain Tirthankars are also located in Uttar Pradesh, offering vast potential for tourism development. Members of the Chambers can play a major role in promoting these destinations globally and informing visitors about the best times to visit. He noted that air and road connectivity to all major pilgrimage sites in UP is excellent.”
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“Uttar Pradesh accounts for 55 per cent of the country’s expressway network, with significantly improved connectivity, including greenfield expressways. The state has the largest rail network, metro services in the highest number of cities, a rapid rail system, and the country’s first operational waterway.”
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Naresh Kumar Chawda
Founder President and Chairman, Board of Trustees of the Canadian Hindu Chambers of Commerce
“While Invest India–Invest Canada is organised every year in Canada, in 2026 it will be held three times, with two events focused on Uttar Pradesh. He informed the Chief Minister that his team will work in UP across MSMEs, religious tourism and hospitality sectors.”
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“During July–August and December–January, children of the Indian diaspora born in Canada will be brought to Uttar Pradesh to visit major religious sites. In addition, the Chambers plan to establish a 50-bed hospital and senior citizen homes in the state.”
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