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CM Yogi Honors Kalyan Singh on 94th Birth Anniversary

CM Yogi Honors Kalyan Singh on 94th Birth Anniversary
‘Babuji’ gave true meaning to his name by dedicating it to UP’s welfare’: CM Yogi on Kalyan Singh’s birth anniversary · thestatesman.com

Uttar Pradesh's current Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath, celebrated the 94th birth anniversary of former Chief Minister Kalyan Singh, also known as 'Babuji'.

Yogi Adityanath praised Kalyan Singh for his dedication to the welfare of Uttar Pradesh, especially during his tenure as the first BJP Chief Minister.

Kalyan Singh is remembered for his efforts in bringing good governance and development to the state, despite various challenges.

He is also noted for his role in the Ram Janmabhoomi movement, where he prioritized devotion and principle over power.

The event was attended by several dignitaries, including former MPs and current ministers.

Kalyan Singh's tenure is celebrated for advancing a nationalist mission and his contributions as a legislator, minister, chief minister, Member of Parliament, and governor.

Although Singh is no longer alive, his services are remembered by the nation.

Key facts

Person Honored
Kalyan Singh
Current Chief Minister
Yogi Adityanath
Kalyan Singh's Role
Former Chief Minister and Governor
Kalyan Singh's Nickname
Babuji
Kalyan Singh's Political Party
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
Key Event
Ram Janmabhoomi movement
Attendees
Former MP Rajveer Singh, outgoing BJP State President Chaudhary Bhupendra Singh, MPs Satish Gautam and Mukesh Rajput, Cabinet Minister Dr Sanjay Nishad, Minister of State Danish Azad Ansari, Minister of Basic Education Sandeep Singh, and other dignitaries
Awards
Padma Vibhushan

Quotes

Yogi Adityanath

Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh

“In those circumstances, he took charge of the state and within a few months, people across Uttar Pradesh began to feel that the state was moving towards good governance and a new phase of development.”
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“Kalyan Singh’s tenure as chief minister will always be known for good governance, development and for taking forward a nationalist mission. That is why every Indian remembers Babuji in this very form.”
thehansindia.com

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