Uttar Pradesh has built one of India’s largest state security setups, with over 30 PAC battalions, specialised units like ATS (2007), STF (1998), and the UPSSF (2020) for infrastructure security. Recent years have seen a shift from general policing to mandate-based specialisation, covering counter-terrorism, organised crime control, disaster response, and protection of courts, airports, and… Continue reading Various Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate in UP
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UP New Forest Policy
As per the Indian State of Forest Report 2023, Uttar Pradesh recorded the second-highest increase in green cover in India, with an addition of 559.19 sq km between 2021 and 2023, next only to Chhattisgarh, taking the total green cover to 9.96% of the state’s geographical area. Table of Content UP New Forest Policy 2017… Continue reading UP New Forest Policy
Tribals and their Issues in UP
As India marks 150 years since the birth of Birsa Munda, attention has returned to tribal history and present-day tribal challenges. Reflecting this focus on inclusion, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has asserted that every eligible citizen, including tribal communities, will be covered under welfare schemes, reinforcing the commitment to last-mile social justice. Table… Continue reading Tribals and their Issues in UP
Aviation Sector in India
Download PDF Daily 7 PM Initiative for the day The Indian aviation sector has grown rapidly, emerging as one of the world’s busiest domestic markets. But the IndiGo crisis of December 2025, with over 2,000 flight cancellations, exposed major gaps in operational planning and regulatory readiness. Triggered by an acute crew shortage following the rollout… Continue reading Aviation Sector in India
Eminent Freedom Fighters and Personalities of UP
The story of India’s struggle against colonial rule is unique for its moral depth, diversity of participation, and the remarkable courage shown across regions. Uttar Pradesh, in particular, emerged as a crucial centre of resistance, producing numerous leaders whose sacrifices and ideals shaped India’s nationalist movement. These freedom fighters whether well-known or relatively unsung represent… Continue reading Eminent Freedom Fighters and Personalities of UP
Investment in UP: Issues and Impact
Uttar Pradesh, India’s most populous state, is pursuing an aggressive investment-led growth strategy to transform itself into a premier investment hub. With a diverse economic base spanning agriculture, manufacturing, services and construction, the state has undertaken policy reforms and large-scale infrastructure development to strengthen its business ecosystem. The UP government aims to achieve a $1… Continue reading Investment in UP: Issues and Impact
Land Reforms and Their Impact in Uttar Pradesh
Land reforms in Uttar Pradesh have played a transformative role in restructuring agrarian relations in a state where around 65% of the population depends on agriculture. Historically characterized by a feudal land tenure system and deep inequalities, post-independence reforms aimed to dismantle zamindari, redistribute land, empower cultivators, and ensure social justice. Table of Content Historical… Continue reading Land Reforms and Their Impact in Uttar Pradesh
UN Convention Against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC)
Download PDF Daily 7 PM Initiative for the day 2025 marked the 25-year anniversary of UNTOC’s adoption, and the international community- including national governments and civil society reaffirmed the continuing importance of multilateral cooperation against organised crime. UN Convention Against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC) The UN Convention Against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC), popularly known as… Continue reading UN Convention Against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC)
Linkage Of Organized Crime With Terrorism
Download PDF Daily 7 PM Initiative for the day India is confronting a deepening security threat as the boundaries between organised crime and terrorism increasingly blur. In the latest major crackdown, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has carried out extensive raids across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Haryana to bust a large inter-state ammunition-trafficking syndicate. These… Continue reading Linkage Of Organized Crime With Terrorism
Tourism in Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh stands as India’s leading tourism destination, witnessing a dramatic rise in footfall-from 23 crore in 2016–17 to 48 crore in 2023–24 and aims to attract 80 crore tourists by 2028. Table of Content Tourism in Uttar Pradesh Tourism Diversity in Uttar Pradesh Tourism Infrastructure & Connectivity Economic Significance of Tourism in UP Government… Continue reading Tourism in Uttar Pradesh
