Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, on Thursday, stated that after Ayodhya and Kashi, the governments attention is now directed towards Mathura and Vrindavan. He expressed optimism for a positive court ruling on Mathura as well and emphasised that the pace of development in Mathura-Vrindavan will be further accelerated. Addressing the Vijay Sankalp Namankan Sabha at the Seth BN Poddar Inter College grounds, the chief minister also issued a warning to the Congress and the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA), emphasising that the entire nation is prepared to reprimand those who disrespect matra shakti. During this, he actively campaigned for the incumbent MP and Bharatiya Janata Partys Lok Sabha candidate Hema Malini. In addition, Chief Minister Yogi highlighted the accomplishments achieved during Prime Minister Narendra Modis ten-year tenure. Hema ji is contesting from here for the third time, while other parties are struggling to find suitable candidates. They resort to borrowing candidates, and when they fail even in that, Congress leaders lose their composure. Their derogatory remarks against matra shakti are a disgraceful insult to half the population, he said. He emphasised that the people of the INDIA bloc must recognise that Mathura is the sacred land of Radhe Rani and Yamuna Maiya. Disrespecting half the population will invite nationwide backlash. This land reveres matra shakti, and any attempt to demean it will face severe consequences. While democracy upholds freedom of expression, it does not justify insulting matra shakti, the chief minister warned. The chief minister emphasised that while personal preferences may vary, targeting art, culture and caste is unacceptable. He warned that those involved in such actions are digging their own graves. Mathura is renowned for its artistry. Lord Krishna incarnated here with 16 arts. What better place to celebrate art? he remarked. He further stated, There is a renowned Indian cinema actress, who has devoted her life to showcasing Indias culture and civilisation globally through her talent. Her performances draw crowds from across the world and she is widely admired. If members of the Congress party have an issue with this, it raises doubts about their own standing, perhaps even in the eyes of God. Chief Minister Yogi questioned why the Congress, which held power for 60 years, failed to foster development in Kashi, Mathura and Ayodhya. He mentioned that upon the suggestion of Hema Malini, development initiatives in Mathura, Vrindavan, Barsana, Gokul and Baldev have been ensured through the Braj Teerth Development Council. He highlighted the rapid progress of development in various pilgrimage sites. At many places, we have to wait due to pending court cases. Nevertheless, we remain steadfast in our belief that victory will ultimately be ours. Just as we patiently endured for 500 years, he said. The chief minister questioned why the Samajwadi Party, the Bahujan Samaj Party and the Congress did not facilitate the construction of the Shri Ram temple in Ayodhya. He accused these parties of resorting to violence against Ram devotees, recounting incidents where individuals were assaulted merely for uttering Jai Shri Ram, facing attacks with sticks and bullets. The chief minister said that development projects were in the pipeline for Kashi and Ayodhya, with a renewed focus on the Braj Bhoomi region. He emphasised that initiatives such as the construction of 84-Kosi Parikrama, Govardhan Parikrama, Barsana Parikrama, and efforts to purify the river Yamuna and beautify local ponds will be driven by public sentiment and will proceed rapidly. Chief Minister Yogi emphasised the strategic scheduling of elections in Mathura ahead of Ayodhya and Kashi, delivering a strong message nationwide. While development endeavours are underway in Ayodhya and Kashi, he underscored the necessity for concerted efforts towards the progress of Mathura and Vrindavan, urging support for Hema Malinis re-election with a significant majority for the third time. He also announced plans for a campaign akin to Namami Gange, focusing on the purification of the river Yamuna. He questioned whether the Congress, the SP and the BSP could have accomplished these tasks. Could they have ensured a secure environment for both businessmen and daughters? Their stance on the welfare of entrepreneurs and daughters is evident from their speeches, he remarked. Continuing, he asserted, In such circumstances, there is no reason to expect anything from these parties or waste vote on them. May our present remain safe and prosperous, leading to a future marked by unprecedented progress and the realisation of a developed India. To achieve this, we must ensure Hema Malinis victory by surpassing the combined votes she received in the last two elections. The chief minister highlighted that for the first time, India has witnessed a government that, in line with the nations ethos, safeguarded its dignity and fostered an environment of security and prosperity. This government has endeavoured to elevate Indias stature globally, enhancing national pride and self-respect. Significant strides have been made in developing world-class infrastructure and ensuring that welfare schemes directly benefit the underprivileged, he added.

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