Kanpur, July 31 -- Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday said that while many kingdoms bowed before the might of foreign powers, it was spiritual personalities like Tulsidas who chose the path of silent resistance during turbulent chapters in India's history.

He also reaffirmed his government's commitment to the cultural revival and economic uplift of Bundelkhand, asserting that Chitrakoot would be developed into a hub of faith, safety and self-reliance. He reiterated plans for expressways, riverfront development, and religious tourism circuits intended to link heritage with livelihood in the region.

The chief minister was addressing gatherings during Tulsi Jayanti celebrations and the Tulsi Sahitya Sammelan in Chitrakoot.

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