Uttar Pradesh State PCS

• 14 Nov 2023

Aqua Park in Gorakhpur

Why in News?

As of November 13, 2023, it has been reported by the media that there are plans to establish an Aqua Park in Tal Kandla, Sadar Tehsil, Gorakhpur. The identified land for this ambitious project spans 27 acres and is anticipated to bring substantial advantages to local fish farmers.

Key Points

• The introduction of this aqua park is set to bring numerous advantages to individuals engaged in fisheries. The Aqua Park will facilitate the creation of new fish species, conduct research on fish seeds, and offer various amenities such as a fish seed bank, fish farming, and fish processing, among others.
• In addition to Gorakhpur, an Aqua Park will also be established in Mathura. Initially designated for a police training school in Tal Kandla, Gorakhpur, the site was deemed suitable for an aqua park due to insufficient land and extensive soil filling work.
• It's noteworthy that the Nishad community has a significant population in Gorakhpur and the surrounding areas. The establishment of the Aqua Park in Gorakhpur is expected to boost related businesses and provide substantial benefits to fish farmers in nearby districts.

Free LPG Cylinder Refill Distribution Campaign

Why in News?

Recently, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath launched the free LPG refill distribution campaign to women beneficiaries of Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana in a function organized at Lok Bhavan in Lucknow. During this, he also announced to provide free cooking gas on the occasion of Holi in the month of March.

Key Points

• During the event held at Lok Bhavan, the Chief Minister symbolically presented subsidy checks to 10 beneficiaries. As part of the scheme's inauguration, the subsidy funds for over 54 lakh families were transferred to the accounts of oil companies.
• During the scheme's launch, the Chief Minister, making reference to the public welfare resolution letter, stated that prior to the 2022 assembly elections, the resolution had announced the distribution of free gas cylinders during Diwali and Holi. In line with this commitment, the scheme has now been initiated.
• 1.75 crore families of the state will get the benefit of free LPG cylinder and the state government will spend Rs 2312 crore on subsidy.