Terrorists taught a lesson under Modi, CM Yogi at ex-servicemen meet - Latest Key Updates

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath addressed a grand ex-servicemen reunion ceremony held in the revolutionary land of Meerut, delivering significant statements regarding national security policy and the welfare of former military personnel. During this special event, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed his profound gratitude toward the five lakh nineteen thousand ex-servicemen and their brave families residing in Uttar Pradesh. He stated that from the unmatched valor of the Indian Army to the Uttar Pradesh Defense Corridor and the manufacturing of BrahMos missiles in Lucknow, today Uttar Pradesh is rapidly transforming into a new and solid center of self-reliance in the country's defense sector. The Chief Minister firmly declared that the strong government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has completely broken the arrogance and backbone of those who carry out terrorist attacks against the nation.

Prioritizing the welfare and honor of ex-servicemen and armed forces

Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath launched a sharp critique against previous administrations, stating that for decades past governments kept pending crucial demands like the One Rank One Pension scheme. Honoring soldiers and families who made supreme sacrifices for the nation was never among the priorities of previous regimes. However, today under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the new India gives supreme priority to the honor and capability of our armed forces. The Chief Minister emphasized that regardless of the country or society, its normal momentum can transform into progress only within a secure environment, while if there is no proper atmosphere of security, it takes no time for momentum to turn into destruction. Whether it's the freezing cold of Siachen or the scorching sandy heat of Rajasthan, our brave soldiers are found standing vigilantly on every single front, while a soldier never truly retires from service; only his uniform changes, and he continues to serve as a lifelong guide and inspiration to his village and society.

Historic announcement of increasing stamp duty exemption up to fifty lakh rupees

In a major welfare announcement aimed at easing the lives of ex-servicemen and their dependents, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath declared that dependents of former and martyred soldiers will now receive massive exemptions in stamp duty on property purchases up to fifty lakh rupees. Earlier, this special exemption was restricted to purchasing properties worth up to twenty lakh rupees only, while On top of that, Chief Minister Yogi formally announced the doubling of cash reward amounts given for gallantry awards. With immense pride, the Chief Minister described Uttar Pradesh as the sacred land of brave warriors, noting that a massive military family of nearly two million people resides here. Across the country, approximately sixty thousand soldiers retire every year, out of which nearly twelve thousand brave personnel belong solely to Uttar Pradesh. This holy land has gifted legendary heroes such as Jaganath Singh, Veer Abdul Hamid, Captain Manoj Pandey, and Yogendra Singh Yadav to the nation.

Special mention of Gahmar village in Ghazipur and the historic transformation of Meerut

Continuing his address, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath highlighted that there are numerous families in Uttar Pradesh where first the grandfather, then the father, and subsequently sons and daughters have proudly donned the military uniform. Such inspiring examples are widely visible across Bulandshahr and Ghazipur. Notably, Gahmar village in Ghazipur is globally renowned for contributing the largest number of brave soldiers to the armed forces. He bowed in utmost reverence to the supreme sacrifices and dedication of all these valiant sons of Mother India. Comparing the past and present of Meerut, the Chief Minister remarked that our ministers were just discussing Meerut. This is the same historic Meerut that intertwined the streams of faith and revolution to ignite a fresh spark across the nation. There was a time when Meerut was recognized predominantly for illegal vehicle cutting and rampant mafia raj, while sugarcane farmers suffered endlessly for their rightful dues while police baton-charged them mercilessly. Sugar mills remained locked down, long queues formed for fertilizers, thefts occurred frequently at tubewells, and farmers were terrified of visiting their own fields. However, today the same Meerut is forging a vibrant new identity alongside its ancient heritage through the One District One Product initiative. Sugarcane farmers have received record payments, and massive revolutionary changes have occurred in connectivity. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Namo Bharat and RRTS corridor in Meerut, while the Delhi-Meerut Expressway has made commuting remarkably smooth. What's more, hockey wizard Major Dhyan Chand brought immense glory by winning an Olympic gold medal, and today a magnificent sports university is taking shape in Meerut in his honor.

Rampant crime and lawlessness during the tenure of previous governments

Shedding light on past law and order failures, Chief Minister Yogi stated that it was Meerut's great misfortune that in the year two thousand sixteen, a disgraceful and insulting incident occurred against a respected ex-serviceman of the Kargil War. Rowdy supporters of a specific political party brutally assaulted him simply because he refused to offer a formal salute, while Also, in the year two thousand thirteen, administrative arrangements were completely absent during the martyrdom of a brave soldier at the Line of Control. Incidents of crime and lawlessness were steadily escalating across society. In Meerut itself, a young girl was brutally murdered simply because she protested against eve-teasing. The ruling establishment of that time harbored no respect in their hearts for soldiers defending the nation. Compromises were openly made on matters concerning national security, and despicable attempts were repeatedly made to question the valor of India's brave soldiers. Whenever a major terrorist attack occurred, past governments merely dispatched diplomatic dossiers to complete formality.

Transformation of national security and defense policy under Prime Minister Modi

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath stated emphatically that under the decisive leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the audacity of those orchestrating terrorist attacks has been thoroughly crushed. The new India of today accords supreme priority to its armed forces. During the historic celebrations of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav in the year two thousand twenty-two, Prime Minister Modi had urged citizens to transform India into a fully developed nation within the next twenty-five years following the completion of seventy-five years of independence. Today, the national defense budget has witnessed unprecedented hikes, and the modern institutional framework of the Chief of Defence Stats has been established for better military synergy. The social respect and dignity of our soldiers have increased exponentially across society. Prime Minister Modi personally visits security forces to celebrate Diwali with them. Decisive steps have been undertaken to completely eradicate Naxalism, terrorism, and Maoism from the country. Today, India's defense exports have grown manifold, and advanced missiles like BrahMos are being manufactured right here in Uttar Pradesh's capital Lucknow, a missile that has humbled Pakistan.

Strengthening the resolve of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat by abrogating Article three hundred seventy

Concluding his powerful address, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath stated that by permanently abrogating Article three hundred seventy from Jammu and Kashmir, Prime Minister Modi has deeply strengthened the grand national vision of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, while honoring all uniformed personnel safeguarding the nation is the core resolve of the double-engine government in Uttar Pradesh. Financial assistance provided to the families of martyrs has been Importantly raised from twenty lakh rupees to fifty lakh rupees. Since the year two thousand eighteen, a solid system has been implemented to provide guaranteed government employment to dependents of soldiers attaining martyrdom. Magnificent memorials and memorial gates have been constructed in honor of soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice. Our soldiers have always placed the nation above their own lives. Earlier, recalling an event in Ayodhya, CM Yogi noted that there was a time when chanting Jai Shri Ram was prohibited in Ayodhya and devotees were fired upon. The Uttar Pradesh government remains fully committed to protecting soldiers, martyrs, and the nation's cultural heritage, and such welfare initiatives will continue indefinitely.