Lucknow, February 12 Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath updated his 'X' account cover image with a picture of himself alongside the BrahMos missile on Thursday, highlighting the state's emphasis on defense manufacturing and strategic capability.
Adityanath changed the cover image of his social media account shortly after the presentation of the state's record budget of Rs 9.12 lakh crore for 2026-27.
This move is seen as a message highlighting the growing strategic and economic strength of what the chief minister has described as a "New Uttar Pradesh".
The message on his social media handle suggests that with the establishment of the BrahMos manufacturing unit in Lucknow, UP is emerging as a global hub for defense production.
The chief minister's post is also viewed as a symbol of the convergence of economic expansion and strategic strength.
Through the budget, Adityanath has sought to project that the state's economy has risen "from the floor to the heights", reflecting what he calls a development model built on growth, security, and investment.
An official statement said that the "supersonic saffron" messaging underscores the government's twin focus on accelerating development while strengthening security infrastructure, positioning UP as both an engine of economic growth and a shield for its residents.
Adityanath's official 'X' account @myogiadityanath has 32.6 million followers.
