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Rajnath Singh Defends Yogi's 'Bulldozer Baba' Tag as Symbol of Development

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh endorsed the 'Bulldozer Baba' moniker for Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, framing it as a tool for development, not just demolition. He made these remarks during the inauguration of Lucknow's Green Corridor project, praising the city's improved cleanliness. Singh highlighted Adityanath's recent visits to Japan and Singapore, anticipating a further boost to UP's development through technological collaboration. He also detailed the 28-km, ₹7,000 crore Green Corridor project, emphasizing environmental care through tree transplantation.

Key Points: Rajnath Singh Backs Yogi's 'Bulldozer Baba' Image for Development

  • Defends 'Bulldozer Baba' nickname
  • Links bulldozer to development, not just demolition
  • Praises Lucknow's cleanliness transformation
  • Highlights UP's rapid development pace
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Rajnath Singh backs Yogi's 'Bulldozer Baba' Image: "It also prepares ground for development"

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says bulldozers, like CM Yogi Adityanath, clear the way for progress while inaugurating a Green Corridor in Lucknow.

"A bulldozer not only demolishes, but it also prepares the ground for development. - Rajnath Singh"

Lucknow, March 14

Referring to the term "Bulldozer Baba" often used for Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Yogi Adityanath, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that a bulldozer also prepares the ground for development.

The Defence Minister was addressing the inauguration ceremony of the second phase of the Green Corridor in Lucknow on Friday, where Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath was also present.

Singh said, "People know Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath as 'Bulldozer Baba'. He used bulldozers against the houses of mafias and criminals. But people usually see only one side of the bulldozer. A bulldozer not only demolishes, but it also prepares the ground for development."

Rajnath Singh also mentioned the changing face of Lucknow in the field of cleanliness and praised Mayor Sushma Kharkwal as well as Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for it.

"Yogi Adityanath has also done the satisfying work of cleaning society by removing those who spread filth in it, the people who are like the garbage of society," said the Defence Minister.

Mentioning the recent overseas visit of CM Yogi Adityanath, Rajnath Singh said Uttar Pradesh is already developing rapidly, and after CM Yogi visits Japan and Singapore, the pace of development is expected to increase even further

"Yogi was recently on a visit to Japan and Singapore. Even while abroad, his attire and food habits remained the same. Many people change their ways when they go overseas, but Yogi Ji remained exactly the same. Uttar Pradesh is already developing rapidly, and after the Chief Minister's visit to Japan and Singapore, the pace of development is expected to increase even further. If Japan's technology is combined with the hard work of the people of Uttar Pradesh, the results will be remarkable," said Rajnath Singh.

He added, "At one time, it was painful to see traffic jams on the roads of Lucknow. Therefore, in coordination with the government of Uttar Pradesh, we worked to improve the traffic system. Our effort has been to ensure that development is not visible only on paper, but is also reflected in people's lives."

Sharing details about the project, Rajnath Singh said, "The Green Corridor road project, which is about 28 km long, has a total cost of around ₹7,000 crore. It will pass through the middle of Lucknow and Shaheed Path, Kisan Path and Ring Road. During its construction, whenever trees came in the way, more than 150 trees were transplanted instead of being cut down."

- ANI

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Priya S
While development is welcome, the 'Bulldozer Baba' imagery is quite aggressive. I hope the focus remains on building and inclusive growth for all communities, not just on demolition. The Green Corridor project sounds promising though.
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Rohit P
Finally, someone is talking sense! Criminals and land mafias had made life hell in UP. You have to break a few eggs to make an omelette. The law-abiding common man feels safer now. Good roads and clean cities are the proof of the work being done.
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Sarah B
Interesting perspective from the Defence Minister. The part about transplanting 150+ trees for the Green Corridor instead of cutting them is a very positive and often overlooked detail. Sustainable development is key.
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Vikram M
₹7000 crore for 28 km? That's a massive amount. While development is needed, I hope there is complete transparency in these projects and the funds are used effectively. The common taxpayer deserves to know.
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Meera T
Appreciate that he stayed true to his simple attire and food even abroad. It shows integrity. If this foreign visit brings Japanese technology and investment to create jobs in UP, it will be a great boost for the youth. Fingers crossed!

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