Overview

• Mohammad Shami met Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on May 19, 2025, during his IPL return to Lucknow for a match against the Lucknow Super Giants.
• Shami publicly endorsed Adityanath’s sustainable development agenda, emphasizing its focus on social progress and community empowerment.
• The cricketer shared his insights from the meeting on social media, describing the Chief Minister’s leadership and vision as inspiring and transformative.
• Shami highlighted Adityanath’s commitment to creating a “compelling roadmap” for the state’s growth and pledged his support for the initiative.
• The meeting underscores the growing role of athletes in supporting civic and social initiatives, blending sports diplomacy with governance discussions.