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On November 5, 2025, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Housing Scheme in Lucknow. The scheme provides affordable housing to 72 families from the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) on land previously illegally occupied by mafia-turned-politician Mukhtar Ansari. Adityanath delivered a strong warning to criminals and those who support them, emphasizing the government’s commitment to protecting citizens’ rights and eradicating mafia influence in the state. He highlighted the affordability of the housing and the government’s efforts to transform Uttar Pradesh’s reputation by taking action against crime.
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Uttar Pradesh CM Adityanath Issues Stern Warning to Mafia as He Inaugurates Housing Scheme

Lucknow, November 6, 2025 – Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath issued a strong warning to mafia elements and their supporters during the inauguration of the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Housing Scheme in Lucknow on Wednesday, November 5th. The scheme provides affordable housing to 72 families from the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) on land reclaimed from illegal occupation by former mafia-turned-politician Mukhtar Ansari.

“This is not merely a housing distribution ceremony; it is a message that the poor will now receive homes built on land once occupied by the mafia,” stated Adityanath. He emphasized that those who glorify criminals or exploit the poor will no longer be tolerated in Uttar Pradesh.

The Chief Minister reaffirmed the state’s commitment to protecting the rights of every citizen. He highlighted the collaborative work to foster development alongside faith, culture, and tradition.

The housing, built by the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA), is offered at ₹10.70 lakh, while the market value is estimated to be ₹1 crore. According to Adityanath, 5,700 applicants were found to be eligible.

Adityanath said that since 2017, the government has been resolute in its efforts to transform Uttar Pradesh’s unfavourable reputation by taking unwavering measures against crime and criminals and said that the zero-tolerance approach has effectively dismantled the mafia’s power. He further added that the government will persist in its stringent actions against those who provide them with support.

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