UP Polls crucial not only for development of the state but also for country, says PM Modi

February 23, Uttar Pradesh: Prime Minister Narendra Modi while addressing a rally in Barabanki, UP highlighted the importance of UP assembly polls saying that these elections are crucial not only for the development of the state but also for the country.

He said, “UP might be a total of 7% of the country, in terms of area. But if you look at its population then it comprises over 16% of India’s population.”

Modi also inferred that the development of the people of UP accelerates the development speed of India. He said “Development of people of UP gives speed to development of India. The ability of the people of UP enhances the ability of the people of India.”

“But for several decades in UP, the dynasty-oriented govts did not do justice to the ability of UP,” added PM while addressing in Barabanki.

Elections in UP are being held in seven phases & will conclude on March 7. Polling is underway today for the fourth phase in the state. Voting for the remaining three phases in UP will be held on February 27, March 3 & 7. The counting of votes in the state will be on March 10.