Chief Minister addresses media ahead of 2025-26 Budget session

Lucknow : Ahead of the 2025-26 Budget session, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath urged the opposition to engage constructively in legislative proceedings, instead of causing House disruptions prompted by the recent electoral setbacks.

He emphasized that the Governor’s address and Budget discussion offer a vital platform for all members to voice their views effectively.

The Chief Minister reaffirmed the government’s readiness to address any opposition-raised issues with facts, hoping that the House would serve as a forum for meaningful debate rather than allegations and disruptive conduct.

He emphasized that responsible conduct from all members would uphold public trust in democracy. Welcoming legislators, he called for a productive and respectful session.

Welcoming all members to the legislative session, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath highlighted the significance of the proceedings, which commence with the Governor’s address.

He said, “During this session, the state government’s annual budget will be presented and passed, alongside discussions on key legislative matters, public interest, and development issues. The session, scheduled from February 18 to March 5, will feature the Governor’s address on the opening day, followed by deliberations starting tomorrow. The Uttar Pradesh budget for 2025-26 is set to be presented on February 20. “

CM Yogi underscored the rarity of such an extended legislative session in Uttar Pradesh’s history and stressed the shared responsibility of the ruling party and the opposition to ensure productive and orderly discussions.

He hoped the House would serve as a meaningful platform for debate, reflecting the unprecedented development achieved under the BJP-led double-engine government over the past approximately eight years. These achievements, he stated, would be evident in the speeches and discussions within the House.

The Chief Minister pointed out that Uttar Pradesh has undergone a remarkable transformation, gaining national and global recognition as a hub of growth and opportunity. He criticized the opposition for attempting to evade discussions on these achievements and disrupting proceedings.

However, he expressed optimism that this Budget session could be productive if the opposition engages in constructive debate. With proceedings running until March 5, he highlighted the opportunity for members to discuss the Governor’s address, budget proposals, and other legislative matters while raising public concerns effectively.

Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya, Brajesh Pathak, Cabinet Minister Suresh Khanna, Dharampal Singh, Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh, etc., were also present at the press meet.