Lucknow, Aug. 16 -- Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath today paid heartfelt tributes to Veerangana Avantibai Lodhi on her birth anniversary, and announced the formation of a new all-women Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) battalion in Badaun.
Addressing a programme in Lucknow, the Chief Minister lauded Lodhi's bravery in leading the fight against the British during 1857 uprising. "I humbly pay tribute to Avantibai Lodhi, who led the fight against the oppressive British regime during India's freedom struggle. Her sacrifice remains an inspiration for every Indian," he said.
Yogi underlined the state government's commitment to women's empowerment during the "double-engine" BJP government. "Inspired by PM Modi, our government is...