Uttar Pradesh on track to achieve USD 1-trillion economy target: Yogi Adityanath

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday reviewed the progress of initiatives aimed at making Uttar Pradesh a USD 1-trillion economy and said the state is on the right track and has the scope for accelerated growth.

The chief minister also reviewed the expenditure of various departments against budget allocations for the financial year 2025–26.

Chairing a high-level meeting, Adityanath conducted a department-wise review and directed officials to further speed up efforts to achieve the targeted economic milestone, according to an official statement.

Officials attending the meeting said Uttar Pradesh’s Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) stood at Rs 29.78 lakh crore, while the state’s contribution to the national economy increased to 9 per cent in 2024–25 from 8.6 per cent in 2022–23.

They informed that 93 per cent of the GSDP target has already been achieved under the chief minister’s leadership, and efforts are ongoing to reach a GSDP level of around Rs 42 lakh crore.

Adityanath directed ministers to ensure monthly reviews of department-specific initiatives related to the USD 1-trillion economy goal. He also instructed that the chief secretary conduct fortnightly reviews, while additional chief secretaries, principal secretaries and heads of departments undertake weekly monitoring.

Stressing the importance of quality reviews and timely execution, the chief minister directed officers to ensure prompt disposal of files. He also asked ministers and senior officials to maintain continuous coordination with central government officials to ensure the timely receipt of the Centre’s share of funds and directed that allocated budgets be utilised within stipulated timelines.

Highlighting the agriculture sector, Adityanath said Uttar Pradesh contributes 21 per cent to the country’s total foodgrain production. Ensuring food and nutrition security while increasing farmers’ income through a focused agricultural strategy remains a key government objective, he said, adding that the state’s agricultural growth rate remained above 13 per cent.

On road safety, the chief minister said it is a top priority for the government and directed officials to take concrete measures to reduce accidents, particularly in view of foggy conditions. He asked the transport department to convene a comprehensive review meeting, rationalise registration fees for commercial vehicles and expand quality bus services to ensure convenient travel for the public.

Reviewing the tourism sector, Adityanath said that under the leadership and guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Uttar Pradesh has witnessed a record influx of tourists in recent years. Officials said around 125 crore tourists visited the state till June this year.

The chief minister identified Garhmukteshwar as a major pilgrimage centre in western Uttar Pradesh and directed officials to enhance facilities for pilgrims and tourists there. He also called for effective implementation of the homestay policy, steps to promote the hotel industry and the development of destination-specific tourism plans.

Adityanath directed that district-wise targets be fixed under the Mukhyamantri Samuhik Vivah Yojana and suggested that a portion of the financial assistance be provided in advance for purchases, with the remaining amount utilised at the time of the wedding ceremony.

He also instructed officials to expedite the establishment of digital libraries at the gram panchayat level, ensuring that the computers provided meet required specifications. He directed faster construction and upgradation of Anganwadi centres and called for timely and quality construction of schools being built under the state government’s basic education programme.

In the energy sector, officials said power utilities have shown improved performance due to a reduction in power theft and technical losses. Electricity generation has also increased through large solar projects and solar parks under the PM-KUSUM-C scheme, which could lead to higher allocations from the Centre.

In the health sector, officials said payments received by hospitals under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana contributed directly to sectoral growth, while an increase in bed capacity would further expand private healthcare infrastructure and value addition.