Yogi Adityanath dismisses concerns over pollution after Diwali celebrations
The Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister said the increase in pollution levels would subside and questioned why critics were silent on corruption.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday dismissed concerns regarding rising pollution levels following Diwali celebrations, stating that the increase would subside. Speaking at a government programme in Lucknow, Adityanath said there was no need for worry over the issue, according to The Federal.
The Chief Minister questioned why critics raised concerns about firecrackers while remaining silent regarding individuals who had allegedly polluted the system through corruption. He noted that while people were quick to mention pollution during festivals, they did not speak up when corruption occurred.
Adityanath maintained that the state government decided not to place restrictions on the festivities to allow citizens to celebrate with enthusiasm. He mentioned that he had also participated in the fireworks celebrations in Ayodhya.
The Chief Minister contrasted the current period with the time before 2017, claiming that festivals such as Holi, Diwali, and Eid were often preceded by riots and communal tensions under previous governments. He stated that for the last nine-and-a-half years, there have been no riots or curfews in the state.
The Lucknow event also involved the distribution of appointment letters to 1,146 newly selected junior assistants in the Revenue Department. Additionally, financial assistance was provided to 4,300 beneficiaries under the Mukhyamantri Krishak Durghatna Kalyan Yojana.