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Uttar Pradesh News: Uttar Pradesh Assembly Speaker Satish Mahana raised concerns on Tuesday about members spitting in the Vidhan Sabha hall after consuming pan masala. Speaking to the assembly before the day's proceedings, Mahana disclosed that he personally cleaned the affected area upon learning of the incident.

He mentioned that he had viewed footage of the incident but chose not to identify the MLA involved to prevent public embarrassment. "I received information this morning that someone spat in our Vidhan Sabha hall after consuming pan masala. I took the initiative to clean it up myself. I have seen the MLA in the video, but I do not want to humiliate anyone," Mahana stated.

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He urged all assembly members to take responsibility for maintaining the cleanliness of the assembly. "If anyone witnesses such behaviour, they should intervene. It would be appreciated if the MLA involved came forward to admit their actions; otherwise, I will address the matter myself," he added.

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Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh Finance Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna presented the state's 2025-26 budget on February 20, with a total outlay of Rs 8,08,736 crore—9.8 per cent higher than the previous year's budget. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath highlighted UP’s economic growth, now the second-largest in India. Infrastructure received 22 per cent of the budget, while Rs 1,06,360 crore (13 per cent) was allocated for education. The healthcare sector was granted Rs 50,550 crore (6 per cent) and Rs 35,863 crore was earmarked for social welfare initiatives benefiting SCs, STs, backward classes and women. Additionally, 11 per cent was allocated to agriculture.

(With Inputs From IANS)