2 min readLucknowSep 10, 2026 05:26 AM ISTDeputy CM Brajesh Pathak.Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak addressed the closing ceremony of the two-day “UP TEX-2026” on Wednesday organised by the Handloom and Textiles Industry Department in Lucknow.The Deputy CM said that textiles were already established in the state, but they could not get a market. “Today, the textiles of Uttar Pradesh are reaching the country and the world. Considerable investment is also coming into the state regarding the textile industry,” he said.Pathak added, “The rich handloom and textile tradition of Uttar Pradesh is not only our cultural heritage but an important basis of livelihood for lakhs of artisans, weavers and entrepreneurs. It is the resolve of our government that, while empowering the weavers and handicraft artisans, their skills should be taken to the global market.”Govt doctors can now serve till 70 through reappointmentPathak also announced that government doctors in the state will now be able to continue providing services through reappointment until the age of 70. Pathak said the move is aimed at strengthening healthcare services in the state. Government hospitals, CHCs and PHCs receive a large number of patients daily. Extending the services of experienced doctors would provide patients with better medical treatment and ease pressure on hospitals and health centres.© The Indian Express Pvt LtdStay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on InstagramAdvertisementLoading Recommendations...AdvertisementLive BlogApple Event September 2026 LIVE Updates: Foldable iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, Apple Watch 12, and more arrive5 hours agoWorld News Today Live Updates: Tanker hit by drone as US-Iran attacks disrupt Gulf shipping7 hours agoWorld News Today Live Updates: Five Iranian crude oil carriers forces by Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps1 day agoIndia news Highlights, 7 September 2026: Around 380 middlemen arrested in Assam says CM Sarma2 days agoDelhi building collapse Live Updates: ‘Not only building owners, MCD and DU also responsible’, says Delhi High Court2 days agoAdvertisement