Archive · 31 Jul 2026
Yogi Adityanath Criticizes MPs Over Illegal Arms Licences
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath spoke in Ghazipur, a district in Uttar Pradesh, India.
He said that some local MPs help people get illegal arms licences, which can lead to crime.
He urged voters to choose leaders who fight crime instead of helping it.
Yogi also opened 268 new projects that will cost about 692 crore rupees.
He mentioned a gangster-turned-politician, Mukhtar Ansari, and his brother Afzal, to show how bad the problem can be.
Yogi said the government has stopped the mafia and that people can now safely celebrate festivals without fear of weapons.
He wants everyone to support leaders who protect the community.
CM Yogi Adityanath criticized Ghazipur MPs for facilitating illegal arms licences.
He urged voters to elect representatives who fight crime, not enable it.
The CM inaugurated 268 development projects worth Rs 692 crore in Ghazipur.
He referenced gangster-turned-politician Mukhtar Ansari and his brother Afzal Ansari.
Yogi said the government has dismantled the mafia, ensuring safety during local Ramlila events.
- Who
- Yogi Adityanath, Mukhtar Ansari, Afzal Ansari, voters in Ghazipur
- What
- Criticism of MPs facilitating illegal arms licences and call to elect better representatives; inauguration of development projects
- When
- Thursday
- Where
- Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India
- Why
- To discourage illegal arms licensing, reduce crime, and promote safety and development
- Event
- Yogi Adityanath's critique of Ghazipur MPs
- Location
- Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, India
- Development Projects
- 268 projects worth Rs 692 crore
- Key Figures
- Yogi Adityanath, Mukhtar Ansari, Afzal Ansari
- Date
- Thursday