On May 9, 2025, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath and World Bank President Ajay Banga launched UP AGREES and AI Pragya. These initiatives aim to modernize farming and train youth in digital technologies. Supported by the World Bank, both schemes align with the state’s $1 trillion economy vision.
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- UP AGREES to improve agriculture in 28 Bundelkhand & Purvanchal districts
- AI Pragya aims to train 10 lakh youth in AI and digital skills
- Focus on sectors like education, healthcare, government, and agriculture
- UP AGREES promotes tech-driven, climate-resilient farming practices
- Targets rural productivity and sustainable agriculture reforms
- AI Pragya to build strong AI talent pipeline across Uttar Pradesh
- Implementation includes Basti, Gorakhpur, Varanasi, Jhansi, Chandauli, and others
- World Bank backing ensures global expertise and funding
- Supports Digital India and Skilling India national missions
- Part of UP’s roadmap to become a $1 trillion economy
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