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Double-engine govt commited to provide equal opportunities for youth: Keshav Prasad Maurya

Lucknow, Nov15 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya on Sunday said the double-engine government is committed to providing equal opportunities to youth from all walks of life, irrespective of caste, religion or economic background, and ensuring their empowerment through education, technology and skill development.
On the occasion of Tribal Pride Day and the birth anniversary of tribal icon Lord Birsa Munda, Maurya paid floral tributes at Prerna Sthal in Lucknow to Bharat Ratna and former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee and Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay.
Highlighting the government's efforts to digitally empower young people, Maurya said that under the Swami Vivekananda Youth Empowerment Scheme, a campaign is underway to distribute 25 lakh tablets across Uttar Pradesh. More than 50,000 young people from Lucknow, Hardoi, Sitapur and Unnao districts will benefit from the initiative.
He said Prime Minister Narendra Modi is committed to empowering every young person, making them self-reliant and fulfilling the aspirations of the poor.
"The double-engine government is working with the mantra of development for all and trust for all, without discrimination. Whether a person is Hindu or Muslim, son or daughter, the government stands firmly with the poor, farmers, youth and every section of society," Maurya said.
Taking a political swipe at the Samajwadi Party, he said its politics had remained confined to family interests, whereas the BJP government prioritizes the future of youth. He added that Uttar Pradesh is increasingly emerging as a state identified with digital opportunities, good governance and the potential of its young population.
Urging students to make productive use of the tablets, Maurya said they should not be treated merely as devices for entertainment but as tools for education, knowledge, skill development and career advancement. He encouraged students to explore emerging technologies, acquire knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI), prepare for competitive examinations, learn new languages and pursue entrepreneurship.
Recalling Swami Vivekananda's inspiring message, "Arise, awake, and stop not till the goal is reached," the Deputy Chief Minister said the youth of Uttar Pradesh possess the talent, determination and ability to realise big dreams.
With the power of youth,Uttar Pradesh would scale new heights of development, he said, while congratulating the students who received tablets and wishing them a bright and successful future.
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