The beginning of Upi as a district geographical and political entity largely began from the early part of 1901 to 1910, when American forces set foot in the then Province of Cotabato.

Edwards showed great interest in bringing the government closer to the people by establishing schools in the far-flung areas.

Poverty Incidence of Upi Source: Philippine Statistics Authority[13][14][15][16][17][18][19][20] The Gross Domestic Product of the Municipality (2022) is 22,238,700,000(PHP).

List of former mayors: Meguyaya, a Teduray term for thanksgiving for the bountiful harvest, is an annual festival celebrated every December.

The festivities incorporate street dancing competition depicting the tri-people culture of the Teduray, Maguindanaon and Settlers.

This is an activity in which a long stretch of grillers are placed by the roadside where everyone enjoys roasting corns, a symbol of togetherness and feasting.