Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath
After the state govt launched ODOP, the CM said, the state’s exports had increased from Rs 84,000 crore in 2016-17 to over Rs 2 lakh crore in 2025-26.
In a post on social media platform ‘X’, the CM said: “The auspicious festival of Dhanteras symbolises prosperity, auspiciousness and well-being. Lucknow: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath wished people of the state on the occasion of Dhanteras and Dhanvantari Jayanti. On this auspicious occasion, let the hardworking artisans and craftsmen of the state also become part of the joy of your celebrations, whose art and continuous dedication are enriching our cultural heritage from generation to generation. The CM mentioned Bhadohi’s carpets, Munj craft of Prayagraj, the Tarkashi craft of Mainpuri and the wooden toys of Chitrakoot, calling them UP’s distinctive identities. “This is proof of the entrepreneurial spirit and capabilities of our artisans and craftsmen. The modern Expo Marts in Lucknow and Greater Noida, along with Bhadohi’s ‘Carpet Bazaar’, are giving the state’s traditional crafts a new identity on global platforms,” he added. Yogi Adityanath also appealed to people to embrace Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call of ‘Vocal for Local’ and choose ODOP gifts this Dhanteras. He called for people to celebrate ‘Local Wali Diwali’ and ensure their participation in building an ‘Aatmanirbhar UP’.