VARANASI, Oct. 4 -- Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday said before 2017, governments with a 'BIMARU mentality' had turned Uttar Pradesh into a 'BIMARU' state bereft of security, infrastructure, technology, and markets.

He was addressing a gathering after inaugurating the golden jubilee edition of the India Carpet Expo, being organised from October 4 to 7 at the Carpet Expo Mart in Sant Ravidas Nagar, Bhadohi, on Sunday.

"Before 2017, there was frustration and despair in Uttar Pradesh. Due to riots, curfews, disturbances, and mafia activity, there was no conducive environment for business. Artisans and craftspeople were once compelled to migrate in search of livelihood and employment. They are now getting a platform to showcase the...