On May 9, 2025, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, alongside World Bank President Ajay Banga, launched two major initiatives — UP AGREES and AI Pragya — aimed at transforming agriculture and building digital skills across the state. Backed by the World Bank, these programs align with UP’s goal of becoming a $1 trillion economy.
📌 Key Initiatives:
(Uttar Pradesh Accelerated Growth through Resilient, Equitable and Sustainable Agriculture)
Targets 28 districts in Bundelkhand and Purvanchal
Promotes technology-driven and climate-resilient farming
Aims to boost agricultural productivity and rural livelihoods
Goal: Train 10 lakh youth in AI and digital technologies
Focus sectors: Education, healthcare, governance, and agriculture
Builds UP’s digital talent pipeline in line with Digital India & Skilling India missions
📍 Districts Covered Include:
Varanasi, Gorakhpur, Mirzapur, Ballia, Banda, Jhansi, Kushinagar, Sonbhadra, and more
🔍 Significance:
Tackles rural underdevelopment and unemployment
Enhances farm productivity and future-ready skilling
Strengthens global partnerships for regional growth