Lucknow,

23 Dec (HS): In the midst of an escalating cold wave spreading throughout

northern India, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath urged residents to

be calm and compassionate toward those in need. He stated that the state

administration is working sensitively and urgently to reduce the effects of

harsh weather conditions.

In

a post on X, he stated, “My respected citizens, the government is working with

utmost sensitivity and promptness to protect against the cold wave in North

India. Officials have been instructed to adopt a humane and highly sensitive

approach. As a citizen, you too can become a partner in this noble endeavor.

Look around you. Be sure to ask domestic helpers, sanitation workers, watchmen,

or others if they have adequate arrangements to protect themselves from the

cold wave. Human values ​​and compassion are tested only in times like these.

Charity is our tradition. With the firm resolve of Antyodaya to Sarvodaya, we

are moving rapidly towards the goal of a 'developed Uttar Pradesh'.

The

Chief Minister stated that night shelters around Uttar Pradesh are operating at

full capacity to give relief to the destitute and disadvantaged. These shelters

include basic amenities such as comforters, blankets, drinking water, bonfires,

and heaters. He stated that students and relatives of patients from neighboring

areas are also being housed in these shelters. The CM stated that municipal and

tehsil administrations had been mobilised to provide woolen clothing and

blankets to the needy. Bonfires have been lit in strategic public spots to

offer warmth to those exposed to the cold overnight. He promised everyone that

they would not be left out in the cold. Cow shelters have also been outfitted with

additional blankets and bonfires to keep animals warm throughout the cold wave.

To

address safety issues posed by severe fog, more workers have been deployed to

highways, and awareness efforts are being carried out to prevent accidents. Adityanath

encouraged residents to take an active role in the relief operations. He urged

people to check on domestic servants, sanitation workers, security guards, and

others who work outside and ensure they are well protected from the cold.

Simple gestures, such as delivering a cup of tea or directing individuals to

government-run night shelters, may have a major impact, he added. CM Yogi

observed that such times put human principles and humanity to the ultimate

test.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi