Archive · 14 Jan 2026
Adityanath Discusses PRAGATI and Smartphone Safety
The Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, spoke at two events in Gorakhpur.
He talked about a program called PRAGATI, which helps the government finish big projects faster and better.
He said PRAGATI has helped Uttar Pradesh grow a lot, with many new roads, trains, and hospitals.
He also warned people to be careful with their smartphones.
He said not to trust strangers online because it can lead to cybercrime.
He advised parents not to give smartphones to children, saying it could make them stubborn and depressed.
Instead, he encouraged parents to encourage reading habits.
He also talked about the importance of following traffic rules to prevent road accidents.
He mentioned that Uttar Pradesh has become safer and more developed since 2017, with better roads, more jobs, and improved infrastructure.
Yogi Adityanath highlighted the PRAGATI model, which has accelerated infrastructure projects in Uttar Pradesh.
PRAGATI has helped complete 128 projects worth ₹2.37 lakh crore and is monitoring 202 ongoing projects worth ₹8.11 lakh crore.
Adityanath urged people to be cautious when using smartphones to prevent cybercrime and advised against giving smartphones to children.
He emphasized the importance of adhering to traffic rules to prevent road accidents.
The Chief Minister noted that Uttar Pradesh has seen significant development and improved safety since 2017.
- Who
- Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath
- What
- Discussed PRAGATI governance model and warned against smartphone misuse and cybercrime.
- When
- January 13, 2024
- Where
- Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh
- Why
- To raise awareness about the risks of cybercrime, the importance of the PRAGATI model, and the misuse of smartphones.
Government Perspective
Public/Citizen Perspective
Smartphone Usage
Government Perspective
The government advises caution and limited use of smartphones, especially for children, to prevent cybercrime and negative psychological effects.
Public/Citizen Perspective
Some citizens may view these advisories as restrictive and prefer more freedom in technology usage.
- Speaker
- Yogi Adityanath
- Event
- Gorakhpur Mahotsav closing ceremony and press conference
- Date
- January 13, 2024
- Location
- Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh
- Key Message
- Avoid trusting strangers and seeking shortcuts for quick gains to prevent cybercrime.
- PRAGATI Projects
- 330 projects worth ₹10.48 lakh crore in Uttar Pradesh
- Completed Projects
- 128 projects worth ₹2.37 lakh crore
- Ongoing Projects
- 202 projects worth ₹8.11 lakh crore
Sources
We become digital fraud victims if we try making profit via shortcuts: Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh Rapidly Advancing On Path Of Development After Becoming Mafia-Free: CM Yogi Adityanath
PRAGATI Reflects New India’s Outcome-Driven Governance: UP CM Yogi Adityanath
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