Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath dropped a game-changing promise on Saturday, vowing to transform Uttar Pradesh into India’s top economy within three years by wiping out poverty.

Speaking at the inauguration of the Rohin Barrage in Maharajganj, Adityanath didn’t hold back, taking a swipe at past governments for nurturing a "one district, one mafia" mindset—a legacy he claims his BJP regime has flipped into "one district, one medical college."

The event wasn’t just talk; it came with action—Adityanath kicked off 629 developmental projects worth Rs 654 crore, signaling a full-throttle push toward progress. "Uttar Pradesh will rise as a prosperous state, leaving poverty behind. We’re not just dreaming of zero poverty; we’re making it happen," he told the crowd, radiating confidence.

He added that the state, once mocked as part of the "BIMARU" (sick) club—a term coined in the 1980s for lagging states like Bihar and Rajasthan—has shed its old skin. "Maharajganj isn’t backward anymore, and neither is UP," he declared.

With the state’s economy already on an upswing, Adityanath’s vision blends bold ambition with tangible steps—think barrages, medical colleges, and jobs. His pledge isn’t just about numbers; it’s about rewriting Uttar Pradesh’s story from a tale of struggle to one of strength. If he pulls this off, India’s most populous state could soon be its most prosperous too.