Imagine Uttar Pradesh pulsating with pride during its 2026 state day—a colossal festival from January 24 to 26, orchestrated by CM Yogi Adityanath with every district’s enthusiastic input. This will masterfully blend the state’s heritage, craftsmanship, flavors, and developmental leaps into an immersive experience.
At the Wednesday review, Yogi positioned it as a people’s showcase of identity, triumphs, and horizons, far from mere ceremony. Union Minister Amit Shah’s chief guest appearance guarantees spotlight, with orders for dignified, disciplined, on-time perfection.
Lucknow’s Rashtraprerna Sthal hosts the core event, live to every corner for simultaneous joy. The ‘Viksit Bharat-Viksit Uttar Pradesh’ pavilion unveils progress in tech, infra, sectors, farms, empowerment, and autonomy.
Culinary highlight: ‘One District-One Dish’ curates authentic eats from across UP, bridging visitors to regional roots. Synced with 2025-26 culture fest, it stages diverse performances honoring ‘Our Culture-Our Identity,’ prioritizing performer and guest comforts.
The opening on January 24 spotlights honorees from districts for stellar roles, toasting joint strides. CM aims for an epic that intertwines culture, cuisine, crafts, and vision—turning participation into a source of lasting inspiration and state pride.