Lucknow, 11 May

(HS): On National Technology Day (May 11, 2026), Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister

Yogi Adityanath sent a letter asking young to embrace innovation, artificial

intelligence (AI), and new technologies in order to develop a self-reliant

Uttar Pradesh, citing 2026 as a critical year for the state to become a

worldwide AI and digital economy powerhouse.

CM Yogi

advised kids to learn new technologies, embrace innovation, and stay up with

the times. The objective is to establish UP as India's Deep Tech Capital,

including advances in AI, drones, quantum computing, and green hydrogen. The

government plans to teach 2.5 million young people in new technology.

Highlights include a Rs. 3,700 crore semiconductor facility in Jewar and five

operating hyperscale data center parks. The letter serves as a road plan for

the state's transformation into a high-tech manufacturing and AI powerhouse, encouraging

active youth engagement.

In a post on X, he mentioned, “My esteemed fellow

citizens of the state, technology is not merely a means of development, but a

strong foundation for self-reliance. The state government is moving forward on

this very mantra. My young companions, technology is like time itself. Not keeping

pace with technology is to lag behind time. Walking hand in hand with

technology means advancing toward a robust present and a golden future. Learn

the latest technologies, embrace innovation, and play an active role in

building a self-reliant state.”

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi