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UP Assembly Budget Session Begins Amid Tight Security, Opposition Criticism

The Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly's Budget Session has commenced in Lucknow with extensive security and traffic arrangements in place. The session, running from February 9 to 20, will feature the presentation of the state budget for 2026-27 on February 11. Deputy Chief Ministers have called for constructive debate from the opposition, which has faced criticism from ruling alliance MLAs for allegedly lacking a clear agenda. The session includes a dedicated daily discussion window to allow all members time to voice their opinions.

Key Points: UP Budget Session Starts with Heightened Security in Lucknow

  • Security heightened around Assembly
  • Budget to be presented Feb 11
  • Deputy CMs call for constructive debate
  • Opposition criticized for lacking agenda
  • Session runs from Feb 9-20
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Lucknow: Security heightened outside Uttar Pradesh Assembly ahead of Budget Session

Uttar Pradesh Assembly's Budget Session commences with heavy security, traffic plans. Deputy CMs urge constructive debate as opposition faces criticism.

"If the opposition has any issue, they should definitely raise it and behave constructively. - Keshav Prasad Maurya"

Lucknow, February 9

The budget session of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly will commence on Monday, with extensive security and traffic arrangements in place in Lucknow.

The session, scheduled from February 9 to 20, marks the first legislative meeting of the year in the state. In view of the proceedings, police forces along with the Rapid Response Force (RRF) have been deployed around the Assembly building to ensure smooth and secure functioning.

Authorities have also implemented improved traffic management measures in the vicinity of the Assembly to minimise congestion and facilitate the movement of legislators and officials.

Ahead of the session, the NDA legislature held a meeting on Sunday with all party MLAs to prepare for the proceedings.

Speaking after the meeting, UP Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak said, "It will be a very good budget session. All the MLAs of the state are very enthusiastic. I express my sincere gratitude to all the MLAs."

Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya urged the opposition to raise issues constructively, saying, "If the opposition has any issue, they should definitely raise it and behave constructively. If they behave negatively, they will feel that they are playing the role of the opposition. And if they behave negatively, we will pray to God to give them good sense. The budget will be presented on the 11th."

NDA MLA Danish Ansari criticised the Opposition for lacking an agenda, stating, "The opposition has no agenda; they should tell whether a good education system has been implemented in UP under the Yogi government or not, they should tell whether the rule of law has been strengthened in UP or not. The Yogi government has fulfilled all the expectations of the common people. The Opposition is talking without any issues; they only know how to mislead the public, but the public will not fall into anyone's trap."

The Budget Session of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly will begin today with a dedicated discussion window from 5 pm to 8 pm daily, which has been established to ensure all members have time to voice their opinions beyond the standard house time limit.

The Budget Session is scheduled to run from February 9 to February 20, with the state budget for the 2026-27 financial year to be presented on February 11.

The session is expected to witness discussions on key issues, including the presentation of the state budget. Speaker Satish Mahana expressed a broader goal to have the House sit for at least 30 days this year, encouraging the opposition to engage in debate rather than disruption.

- ANI

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Priya S
While security is important, I hope the traffic management measures actually work this time. Last session, the entire Hazratganj area was a nightmare for commuters. Let's see if they've learned from past mistakes.
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Rohit P
The Deputy CM's comment about praying for the opposition to get 'good sense' is a bit much. Healthy democracy needs a strong opposition, not just prayers. Hope both sides use the dedicated discussion time productively.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the extended discussion window from 5-8 PM. This could allow for more detailed debates if used properly. The focus should be on education and healthcare in the budget.
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Vikram M
All this talk of 'no agenda' from the opposition is just political noise. As a common man, I want to see concrete allocations for farmers and small businesses. Less drama, more work please.
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Kavya N
The Speaker's goal of 30 sitting days is ambitious and welcome! Our MLAs are paid from public money, they should be working in the assembly, not just during election season. Hope they discuss women's safety and employment.

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