
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid tribute to the women of Mewar at a ceremony in Rajasthan, highlighting the historical practice of jauhar as a symbol of women's courage and self-respect. He linked this legacy to his government's focus on improving women's safety and dignity in Uttar Pradesh, noting increased security that allows women to study and work locally, including night shifts. The event included visits to the Jauhar site and prayers at the Kalika Mata temple, with Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat present.
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