Lucknow, Nov. 1 -- Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday congratulated the people of the state after Lucknow was officially included in UNESCO's 'Creative City of Gastronomy' list.

He said India's traditions, culture, and values are continuously gaining new recognition on the global stage under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

"Under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India's traditions, culture, and values are continuously gaining new recognition and prestige on the global stage. Heartfelt congratulations to the residents of the state on this historic achievement," CM Yogi said in a post on X in Hindi.

The designation was announced by UNESCO on October 31, World Cities Day, as part of 58 addi...