LUCKNOW, March 24 -- Chief minister Yogi Adityanath, while holding law and order meeting on Sunday, directed officials to ensure peaceful celebrations for upcoming festivals without violating traditions. The meeting, held via video conferencing, focused on security, public services, and governance.

The CM ordered verification of tempo and e-rickshaw drivers and tenants and stressed strict action against crimes against women. This statement came in the backdrop of a recent case where a 32-year-old woman was kidnapped and murdered while travelling in an e-auto in Lucknow.

With Chaitra Navratri, Ram Navami, Eid-ul-Fitr, and Baisakhi approaching, he instructed officials to strengthen policing, social media monitoring, and emergency services...