Jalalabad renamed Parshurampuri: Yogi cabinet approves UP town's new name
Synopsis
The Yogi cabinet's renaming of Jalalabad to Parshurampuri is the latest in a series of UP town renames under the current government — but Monday's session went well beyond symbolism, also clearing a ₹1,000 crore startup fund, cashless health cover for 1.60 lakh Home Guards, and three new universities in a single sitting.
Key Takeaways
Jalalabad in Shahjahanpur district officially renamed Parshurampuri by the UP cabinet on Monday, 7 July 2025 .
The renaming cites the town's status as the reputed birthplace of Lord Parshuram ; the proposal had earlier received Union Cabinet approval.
Cabinet approved the Uttar Pradesh Startup Policy-2026 and a ₹1,000 crore startup fund under the new UP Startup Mission.
Cashless medical cover of up to ₹5 lakh extended to approximately 1.60 lakh Home Guards and their dependents.
Three new universities approved in Bilhaur , Ghaziabad , and Fatehpur ; a Horticulture College sanctioned for Raebareli .
Municipal bonds approved for Gorakhpur and Moradabad municipal corporations.
The Yogi Adityanath cabinet in Uttar Pradesh on Monday, 7 July 2025 officially approved the renaming of Jalalabad town in Shahjahanpur district to 'Parshurampuri', citing the town's significance as the reputed birthplace of Lord Parshuram. The decision was among 29 proposals cleared at the cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Adityanath in Lucknow.
Why Jalalabad Was Renamed
UP Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak, confirming the development to reporters, said residents had long demanded the change. 'For a long time, there had been a demand from the people to change the name of Jalalabad town in Shahjahanpur district. The people had demanded that since this is the birthplace of Lord Parshuram, its name should be Parshurampuri,' he said.
UP Cabinet Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna described the renaming as a 'right tribute' to Lord Parshuram's lineage and to the town's residents. Notably, the proposal had previously received the Union Cabinet's nod as well. Union Minister Jitin Prasad, who hails from Shahjahanpur, called it 'a moment of pride for the Sanatani community.'
Startup Policy and ₹1,000 Crore Fund
In a significant economic move, the cabinet approved the Uttar Pradesh Startup Policy-2026 and the formation of the Uttar Pradesh Startup Mission, aimed at fostering innovation and entrepreneurship across the state. The mission will be constituted under the Societies Registration Act, with its steering committee chaired by the Chief Secretary.
To strengthen the startup ecosystem, the government has earmarked a ₹1,000 crore startup fund, alongside provisions for prototype and seed capital assistance and annual grants for incubators.
Healthcare and University Approvals
The cabinet approved cashless medical facilities of up to ₹5 lakh for approximately 1.60 lakh Home Guards in the state and their dependents — a move that extends healthcare coverage to a large segment of the state's auxiliary security workforce.
Three new universities also received cabinet approval: Maharishi Mahesh Yogi International Agricultural University in Bilhaur, Ajay Kumar Garg University in Ghaziabad, and Thakur Yugraj Singh University in Fatehpur.
Other Key Decisions
Additional approvals included the establishment of a Horticulture College and Research Centre in Raebareli, amendments to pension rules for Public Service Commission Chairman and members, and the issuance of municipal bonds for the Gorakhpur and Moradabad municipal corporations.
With these decisions, the Yogi government has continued its dual track of cultural rebranding alongside economic and institutional expansion — a pattern that is likely to draw both political attention and public debate ahead of the state's electoral cycle.
Point of View
A pattern that has included Allahabad-to-Prayagraj and Faizabad-to-Ayodhya. That this proposal cleared both state and Union cabinets signals coordinated political intent, not just local sentiment. What often gets less scrutiny is the administrative cost and transition burden — updated maps, legal documents, signage — that falls on ordinary residents. Meanwhile, the ₹1,000 crore startup fund and university approvals in the same session deserve equal attention; whether those institutional investments translate into outcomes, or remain headline announcements, is the harder question.
NationPress
6 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Jalalabad renamed Parshurampuri?
The UP cabinet renamed Jalalabad to Parshurampuri because the town in Shahjahanpur district is widely regarded as the birthplace of Lord Parshuram. Residents had long demanded the change, and the proposal had also received prior Union Cabinet approval.
When did the Yogi cabinet approve the Jalalabad renaming?
The cabinet chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath approved the renaming on Monday, 7 July 2025, during a session in Lucknow that cleared 29 proposals in total.
What is the Uttar Pradesh Startup Policy-2026?
It is a new state policy approved by the Yogi cabinet to promote innovation and entrepreneurship, backed by a ₹1,000 crore startup fund. A dedicated UP Startup Mission will be set up under the Societies Registration Act, with the Chief Secretary chairing its steering committee.
Who are the Home Guards covered under the new cashless medical scheme?
Approximately 1.60 lakh Home Guards serving in Uttar Pradesh and their dependents will receive cashless medical facilities of up to ₹5 lakh under the cabinet-approved scheme.
Which new universities did the UP cabinet approve?
The cabinet approved three new universities: Maharishi Mahesh Yogi International Agricultural University in Bilhaur, Ajay Kumar Garg University in Ghaziabad, and Thakur Yugraj Singh University in Fatehpur.
