Dialogue is foundation of democracy: Yogi

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday said that democracy thrives on meaningful dialogue, while stressing that public participation and open communication are key to achieving ease of doing business and living.

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Speaking after inaugurating the Urban Service Centre and Senior Citizen Day Care Centre in Civil Lines, the CM said, "In a democracy, the public is not just seen as ordinary citizens, but revered as ‘Janata Janardan’. It is with this spirit that we must move forward."

Reflecting on India’s global progress, he said the country is reaching new milestones in a rapidly changing world. "Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India, during the Amrit Kaal of Independence, overtook Britain, its former colonial ruler, to become the fifth largest economy. And now, we have surpassed Japan to become the fourth largest economy in the world," he said.

He said, "The nation's prosperity must be the collective goal of all citizens. Aligned with this vision, Uttar Pradesh has launched a sustained campaign to promote urban development over the past eight years."