Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated Atal Yuva Mahakumh and Atal Health Fair in Lucknow yesterday as part of the birth century celebration of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. The Defence Minister and Chief Minister also inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of 181 development projects worth 662 crore rupees in Lucknow.
Speaking on the occasion, the Defence Minister talked about Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s unique personality and shared memories associated with him. He said that Atal Ji’s life and ideology are
still a source of inspiration.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said, these events reflect the affection and love of the country and the state towards Bharat Ratan awardee Atal Ji. He added that Yuva MahaKumbh is refreshing those memories which are associated with the organisation of Kumbh in the tradition of Sanatan Dharma of India.
Defence Minister and MP from Lucknow, Rajnath Singh also attended the poetry recitation programme Atal Geet Ganga in the evening. He will grace the Sushasan Diwas event in Lucknow today.