Chief Minister inspects streets to check on the condition of destitute amid cold wave, interacts with people in night shelters

Lucknow : Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed that every needy person should be provided shelter during the extreme cold. He emphasized ensuring a sufficient number of beds and blankets in all night shelters while maintaining cleanliness. “If someone lacks access to food, arrangements should also be made to provide meals,” he instructed.

Braving the severe cold on Wednesday night, the Chief Minister made a surprise visit to inspect the condition of the destitute staying in night shelters across Lucknow. His convoy first stopped at Mill Colony, where he personally checked on the well-being of the people staying there, engaging in a cordial conversation with them before proceeding to the Laxman Mela Road.

The night shelters housed people from various districts across the state, some visiting Lucknow for medical treatment and others for personal work. The Chief Minister asked them if they were facing any difficulties at the shelters, and the residents expressed satisfaction with the arrangements in place.

During the inspection, when Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inquired about the well-being and needs of those staying in the night shelters, the residents became emotional.

Many were overwhelmed, unable to believe that the Chief Minister himself had come to check on their comfort and ensure their well-being. Expressing their gratitude, the residents remarked, “When Yogi ji himself is looking after us, how could we have any problems?”

The Chief Minister distributed blankets and food to the needy in all the night shelters, extending the same support to those outside the shelters as well. He assured everyone that the government remains committed to serving and supporting the underprivileged.