Archive · 27 Dec 2025
UP Sets Up 1,200+ Night Shelters Amid Cold Wave
The Uttar Pradesh government has set up over 1,200 night shelters to help people stay warm during the cold wave.
They have also distributed many blankets and set up bonfires in public places.
Officials have been told to make sure these shelters are clean, safe, and have hot water.
The government has spent a lot of money on blankets and is using technology to send alerts about the fog to prevent accidents.
So far, nearly 10,000 people have used the night shelters, and many blankets have been given out.
Over 1,200 night shelters established across Uttar Pradesh to combat the cold wave.
Nearly 10,000 needy people have taken shelter in these facilities.
The government has distributed 140,364 blankets so far, with more in the process.
Rs. 1.75 crore allocated for lighting bonfires in public places.
Technology used to send 33.27 crore alert SMS messages about fog-related risks.
- Who
- Uttar Pradesh government and district administrations
- What
- Established 1,247 night shelters, distributed blankets, and arranged bonfires
- When
- In response to the current severe cold wave and dense fog
- Where
- Across all districts of Uttar Pradesh
- Why
- To provide relief to the general public and ensure no one suffers from the cold
- Night Shelters
- 1,247
- People Sheltered
- 9,949
- Blankets Purchased (Last 3 Years)
- 10,65,889
- Funds Spent on Blankets (Last 3 Years)
- Rs. 44.38 crore
- Funds Released This Year
- Rs. 17.55 crore
- Blankets Distributed So Far
- 140,364
- Funds for Bonfires
- Rs. 1.75 crore
- Alert SMS Messages Sent
- 33.27 crore