Uttar Pradesh news & politics
The latest news from Uttar Pradesh, where Yogi Adityanath (BJP) is Chief Minister. Most covered in the last 30 days: crime violence, protest opposition, economy.
3 arrested for poisoning deaths of 5 people over alleged property dispute
On October 18, 2026, Rabupura SHO Sujeet Upadhyay announced the arrest of Sunita (45), Shekhar alias Chandrashekhar (50), and Sapna (32) for the deaths of Mahesh (37), Lalita (35), Mishti (7), Sakshat (11), and Riyansh (3). Police suspect a property dispute led to poisoning. A case under Section 108 of the BNS was registered following a complaint by Lalita's brother.
Three arrested for alleged suicide of family over property dispute in Rabupura
Rabupura SHO Sujeet Upadhyay confirmed the arrest of Sunita (45), Shekhar alias Chandrashekhar (50), and Sapna (32) for the alleged suicide of Mahesh (37), his wife Lalita (35), and children Mishti (7), Sakshat (11), and Riyansh (3). Police believe a property dispute led to the deaths, with Mahesh allegedly blaming the trio in a voice note.
Meerut hosts 10-day Khadi Festival to promote "Vocal for Local" and traditional industries
The Uttar Pradesh Khadi and Village Industries Board launched a ten-day Khadi Festival and Exhibition in Meerut on Saturday, October 18, 2026. Dr. Laxmikant Bajpayee and other representatives inaugurated the event to promote traditional industries and "Vocal for Local." The exhibition features products from Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Bihar, including a Gandhi Pavilion highlighting India’s freedom movement legacy.
UP targets one-trillion-dollar economy as Yogi Adityanath claims BJP eradicated mafia rule
On October 17, 2026, Yogi Adityanath, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, addressed the fifth convocation of Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia National Law University in Lucknow. He stated the BJP government established the rule of law by eradicating mafia rule. He noted India rose from 5 fragile economies in 2013 to a top five economy, while Uttar Pradesh targets a one-trillion-dollar economy.
Jhansi court issues non-bailable warrant against Rakhi Sawant for 2010 suicide case
A court in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh issued a non-bailable warrant against actor Rakhi Sawant on Friday after she repeatedly failed to appear. The 2010 case involves Laxman Ahirwar, who allegedly committed suicide on November 10, 2010, following insulting remarks by Sawant on 'Rakhi Ka Insaaf'. His mother, Savitri, filed a complaint regarding an October 2010 episode. The next hearing is December 1.
Caste groups organize conferences in UP to demand political representation ahead of Assembly elections
Ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, caste groups are organizing gatherings to demand political representation. Parsuram Yuva Jagriti Manch will host a Brahmin conference in Shamli during the last week of October. The Tyagi Brahmin Bhumihar Samaj Samiti held an event on October 11 in Saharanpur. Additionally, Sarv Kushwaha Chetna Sangh plans a October 28 conference in Janupur.
Yogi Adityanath performs Bhoomi Pujan for 602 houses on late Atiq Ahmed's land
On October 15, 2026, Yogi Adityanath, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, performed Bhoomi Pujan in Prayagraj for 602 houses costing over ₹191 crore under the Padmalok Awas Yojana. The project uses 9,811 square meters of land reclaimed from late Atiq Ahmed in Kasari-Masari, which will be renamed Shri Krishnapuri. He also distributed keys to 556 houses under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban).
Ravita and Amardeep sentenced to death for murdering Amit Kashyap in Meerut
On October 16, 2026, Additional District and Sessions Judge Jaiveer Singh Nagar sentenced Ravita and Amardeep to death in Meerut. They were convicted of murdering Amit Kashyap alias Mikky Kashyap, a resident of Akbarpur Sadat village. The pair allegedly left a live snake beside his body on April 13 last year to fake a snakebite, but post-mortem results confirmed strangulation.
NGT issues notices to 14 authorities over hexavalent chromium groundwater contamination in Uttar Pradesh
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) took suo motu cognisance of a The Hindu report regarding hexavalent chromium groundwater contamination in three Uttar Pradesh districts. On October 5, the NGT issued notices to 14 authorities, including the Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh, National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), and All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, demanding affidavits before the next hearing.
UP Fisheries Department receives ₹600.20 crore in investment proposals at International Trade Show-2026
On October 4, 2026, the Uttar Pradesh government's Fisheries Department received ₹600.20 crore in investment proposals during the International Trade Show-2026. Dhanalakshmi K. reported that investors including Fish White Varanasi, BVG India Private Limited, and PVR Aqua proposed ₹13.80 crore for fisheries, ₹51.00 crore for feed mills, ₹509.20 crore for cold chain, ₹6.20 crore for hatchery/seed production, and ₹20.00 crore for value addition and export.
Yogi Adityanath to rename Atiq Ahmed’s stronghold Shrikrishnapuri, housing 1,200 poor families
Yogi Adityanath announced on Thursday that Prayagraj's Kasari-Masari, a stronghold of slain gangster-politician Atiq Ahmed, will be renamed Shrikrishnapuri. The project will house 1,200 poor families on land freed from the mafia. Padma Lok Apartment will feature 602 flats across 9,811 square metres. Vineet Kumar Singh of the Prayagraj Development Authority confirmed a lottery for beneficiaries in April 2025.
Six family members, including Santosh Vrindavan Mishra (65), Jugraj Ramnath Yadav (59)
Six family members, including Santosh Vrindavan Mishra (65), Jugraj Ramnath Yadav (59), Shivam Santosh Mishra (27), Mira Santosh Mishra (56), Anju Santosh Mishra (34), and Vandana Santosh Mishra (29), were arrested for murdering vegetable vendor Basantlal Sukhdev Kori. The accused dumped his body in the sea off Devachi Wadi beach on October 1. Police tracked the suspects to Uttar Pradesh.
