'Vision of UP 2017' awards conferred

Lucknow, May 27: The purpose of our government is to make Uttar Pradesh a perfect state in five years, Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya said on Saturday as he gave away the "Vision of UP 2017" awards at an event here.

Also present at the event, organised by the Dainik Bhaskar group to facilitate those who have contributed to the field of social welfare, were the state's second Deputy Chief Minister Dinesh Singh and Minister of State Swati Singh. 

Among those honoured was Vishakha Tirpathi, President of Jagadguru Kripalu Parishat (JKP), for her contribution in the fields of health and education.

Deputy Chief Minister Sharma lauded her for JKP's efforts towards spirituality and social service. JKP focuses on providing education and health benefits, mainly to the girl child.

JKP Secretary Rampuri said his organisation provides free education, including transport, to girls from the primary level up to Master's at its Ashram in Mangadh.