Bahraich (UP), Mar 20 (Reporter) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday termed people glorifying foreign invaders as 'traitors' and said that honouring an invader means strengthening the foundation of treason, something independent India cannot accept. While inaugurating the main and residential buildings of Tehsil Mihipurwa (Motipur) in Bahraich, the CM said, "Today, as the world praises India's Sanatan culture and traditions, it becomes the duty of every citizen to show respect and reverence for the great men of India. In such times, no invader should be glorified. To do so is to lay the foundation of treason, which independent India cannot tolerate." He said that New India will not accept those who insult its great men, glorify invaders who trampled Sanatan culture, dishonoured daughters and attacked faith. The tehsil complex, built over 2,138 square meters, has been constructed at a cost of Rs 845.19 lakh. Highlighting Bahraich's deep-rooted connection to India's Rishi tradition, Yogi said, "It is believed that Maharishi Balark’s world-famous ashram was located in Bahraich and the district derives its name from Balark Rishi. This is the same historic land where Maharaja Suheldev hoisted India's victory flag by defeating a foreign invader." He said, "The courage and valour displayed by Maharaja Suheldev ensured that for 150 years, no foreign invader dared to attack India. However, there were attempts to strip this sacred land of Bahraich of its identity." Criticising past governments, the CM said that while announcements were made, real work remained undone. "Mihipurwa tehsil did not have a building until now, despite the fact that most of the work for a common citizen is handled by the tehsil. Whether it’s land-related records, measurements, inheritance proceedings, transfers or partition matters, the tehsil serves as the central hub for resolving these issues. Without its own building, how could justice be delivered in revenue matters?," he said. He said that when the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) double-engine government took power in 2017, over 33 lakh revenue cases were pending. He said that such delays often led to fighting, riots and the forceful grabbing of poor people's land by powerful individuals. Yogi said, "Due to the inefficiency of previous governments, these centres had become hotbeds of corruption, rendering justice inaccessible to the common man and the voice of the poor was systematically suppressed." He said, "We set a strict timeline for resolving cases, ensuring accountability at every level. As a result, we have provided justice to the poor by settling all 33 lakh cases. Besides, through the Anti-Land Mafia Task Force, we have freed 64,000 acres of illegally occupied land, paving the way for increased investment in the state." The CM said that the government has decided to set up a Gram Sachivalaya in every village, equipped with optical fiber or WiFi facilities. "Villagers will no longer need to travel far for essential services like birth, death, income, caste and residence certificates will all be available in their own villages. Most Gram Panchayats have already begun implementing this initiative," he said. Reaffirming the government's commitment to protecting the rights of the poor, he said, "We will utilise satellite technology to ensure that not even an inch of land belonging to the poor is encroached upon. Officers posted at tehsils will be required to reside on-site to address issues promptly. Residential facilities will be provided, ensuring that wherever there is a tehsil, block, police station or administrative circle, the officers concerned stay there, including overnight." Recalling a recent visit to Bahraich, Yogi noted the terror caused by wolves in the region. "Several children fell victim to these attacks, but the menace was ultimately contained. We had already classified human-wildlife conflict under disaster relief and ensured a Rs 5 lakh compensation for affected families," he said. Highlighting Bahraich's immense potential, he said, "Situated on the banks of the Ghaghra and Saryu rivers, this district boasts a wildlife sanctuary at Katerniaghat, a newly established medical college, and the completed Vijay Smarak of Maharaja Suheldev. This was once a district plagued by disorder and anarchy, but today, no one can disturb peace in Bahraich." Speaking on the Maha Kumbh, the CM said that the grand success of the event has drawn the world's attention toward UP. "Just two days ago, the Prime Minister praised the people of UP and the seamless organisation of Maha Kumbh in Parliament. Nowhere in the world has such a massive human congregation ever taken place, and no one else can organise an event of this magnitude," he said. He said, "The arrival of over 66 crore devotees at the Triveni Sangam of Maa Ganga, Maa Yamuna, and Maa Saraswati has etched India's great Sanatan culture into history, passing it down as an eternal legacy for future generations. On one hand, the vision of Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat is becoming a reality, as the entire country unites. At a time when the world is admiring India's rich traditions and cultural heritage, it is the duty of every citizen to uphold and respect the great men of our history." Yogi said that the story of development can only progress when we take forward our heritage with full pride. "Our pride is rooted in our heritage, and heritage is directly linked to development. Bahraich stands as a testament to this synergy, a district where a new medical college has been established and a bypass for Bahraich has been approved. Connectivity with Nepal has been strengthened and Katerniaghat is being transformed into a major eco-tourism hub," he said. Highlighting Bahraich's remarkable economic growth, he said, "Before 2017, the district's GDP was merely Rs 6,934 crore, but by 2023-24, it has surged past Rs 25,000 crore, a multifold increase." He said, "Under the Mukhyamantri Samuhik Vivah Yojana, we have already arranged mass marriages for thousands of daughters in Bahraich. From April 1, we are doubling the assistance amount from Rs 51,000 to Rs 1,00,000 to support their new beginnings...////...