UP Emerging as Country’s Growth Engine | 21 Feb 2024

Why in News?

According to the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, the ‘new Uttar Pradesh’ is emerging as the growth engine of the country. It is transitioning from being ‘Uttam Pradesh’ to becoming ‘Udyam Pradesh’.

Key Points

• Uttar Pradesh has 55% of the country’s expressways and also has the highest number of airports.
• Uttar Pradesh has set an ambitious goal of becoming a one trillion dollar economy.
  • To achieve this, the state is focusing on enhancing skill development, scaling up industries, and accelerating growth.
• According to the CM, Uttar Pradesh is on the path to transform India’s labour force into an economic powerhouse.