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UP Minister Dinesh Pratap Singh Offers Prayers at Mahakaleshwar Temple

Uttar Pradesh Minister Dinesh Pratap Singh attended the 'Bhasma Aarti' at Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain. He offered prayers for the success of the state government under PM Modi and CM Yogi Adityanath. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath recalled Uttar Pradesh's transformation from a mafia-dominated era to a model of development and ease of doing business. He highlighted that UP now ranks first in ease of doing business and has attracted 7,000 industries from other states.

Key Points: UP Minister Dinesh Pratap Singh at Mahakaleshwar Temple

  • Minister attends Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar Temple
  • Prays for better governance under PM Modi and CM Yogi
  • CM Yogi recalls shift from mafia era to 'One District, One Product'
  • UP now tops ease of doing business, 7,000 industries migrated
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Uttar Pradesh minister Dinesh Pratap Singh attends 'Bhasma Aarti' at Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain

UP Minister Dinesh Pratap Singh attends Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar Temple, prays for better governance under PM Modi and CM Yogi Adityanath.

"Baba Mahakaleshwar is the centre of faith for everyone who believes in Sanatana. - Dinesh Pratap Singh"

Ujjain, May 13

Uttar Pradesh Minister Dinesh Pratap Singh on Wednesday attended the 'Bhasma Aarti' and offered prayers at the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain.

After taking the blessings of the deity, Singh spoke to ANI, "Baba Mahakaleshwar is the centre of faith for everyone who believes in Sanatana. I had come here to pray that under the leadership of PM Modi and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, may the government be able to serve Uttar Pradesh better."

Earlier on Sunday, while addressing the CII Annual Business Summit 2026 in New Delhi, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath recalled a chilling anecdote that captures the journey from the "One District, One Mafia" era to "One District, One Product," launched in 2018, a flagship programme promoting unique local crafts and industries across 75 districts to boost rural employment, create industrial hubs, and enhance exports.

During a time when organised crime dictated the pace of life, even the highest symbols of justice were not spared. In Prayagraj, the convoy of a Chief Justice was once halted on the road, forced to wait while a local mafia don's motorcade swept past. It was only after that mafia leader's encounter that the Chief Justice personally shared this story, highlighting a time when criminals held more sway than the constitution.

"In Uttar Pradesh, we have been able to bring significant reforms. Earlier, people used to hesitate in associating with UP, but the situation has changed now," he said.

Praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Yogi Adityanath said the country has seen remarkable growth under his leadership, and the focus has shifted toward using technology to empower the marginalised.

By leveraging Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), the state has eliminated middlemen, ensuring that every rupee intended for the poor reaches their bank accounts directly. This digital revolution has turned technology into a shield for the common citizen against corruption.

"Technology has been used effectively for the welfare of common people, including direct transfer of benefits through DBT," he said.

Highlighting the state's progress, the Chief Minister said, "There was a time when UP ranked 13th or 14th in ease of doing business, but today it holds the top position. Some industrialists in Bengal told us they wanted to migrate to UP. Around 7,000 industries have migrated to Uttar Pradesh."

- ANI

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Sneha F
Honestly, the convoy story about the Chief Justice being stopped by a mafia don sends chills down my spine. That was the reality of UP before Yogi ji. Now at least there's law and order. But 7,000 industries migrating? Would love to see more data on that. Still, the change in perception is undeniable—people are no longer scared to invest in UP.
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Rajesh Q
Sanatana dharma is our identity, and seeing ministers participate in temple rituals keeps that connection alive. But I wish more attention was paid to the small businesses that haven't migrated—the local shopkeepers struggling with GST and compliance. Still, DBT has been a game-changer for my village. No more siphoning off funds by middlemen.
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Karthik V
The Bhasma Aarti is divine, but let's also talk about why UP was last in ease of doing business for so long. It's great to see improvements, but we need transparency in how these reforms are measured. The CII summit speech sounds like a PR push. Show us the jobs created, not just industries migrated.
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Nisha Z
As someone from Prayagraj, I remember those dark days. My family used to avoid certain areas after dark. Today, I can walk freely even at midnight. The law and order transformation is real. But we still need better roads, schools, and hospitals in rural areas. Both the temple visit and the economic talk are fine, but actions speak louder.
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James A
Interesting to see a UP minister at Ujjain's temple—shows the cultural unity of India. The '

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