'BJP Hiding Behind EC': Akhilesh Yadav Slams Ruling Party Over Democracy
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav accuses the BJP of betraying democracy and using the Election Commission to rig votes.
In a scathing attack on the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav has alleged that the BJP is betraying the citizens, the Constitution, and the very foundation of Indian democracy. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, Yadav claimed that the BJP is engaging in vote rigging and utilizing the Election Commission to execute its agenda.
Allegations of Democratic Betrayal
The SP leader asserted that as the BJP weakens, it is increasingly seeking cover behind the Election Commission. According to Yadav, the synergy between the ruling party and the poll body is a direct betrayal of the nation's democratic values.
"BJP is hiding behind the Election Commission as it weakens. The Election Commission and the BJP are betraying India’s democracy, Constitution and citizens," Yadav stated.
Beyond the political firestorm, Akhilesh Yadav also participated in a 'Mata ki Chowki' and Durga Puja celebration at Sai Lawn in Naveen Galla Mandi. During the event, he praised the multicultural fabric of India, noting that the ability of people from diverse religions and cultures to coexist is the true beauty of the country.
BJP Hits Back: 'He Doesn't Read the Constitution'
The BJP wasted no time in retaliating, dismissing Yadav's claims as baseless. BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia launched a counter-attack, suggesting that both Akhilesh Yadav and Rahul Gandhi lack a fundamental understanding of the Constitution.
Bhatia pointed toward the Samajwadi Party's manifesto, alleging that Yadav promises reservations and facilities based on religion, which he termed as anti-constitutional. The BJP spokesperson also brought up the Muzaffarnagar riots, reminding the public that Yadav was the Chief Minister at the time. Bhatia claimed that law and order collapsed during those riots and accused the SP chief of focusing solely on "politics of appeasement" while both Hindus and Muslims suffered.
Extending the critique, Bhatia also targeted West Bengal's Mamata Banerjee, claiming she has been a primary driver of appeasement politics and has been taught a lesson by the people of her state.
'Intelligence Cannot Be Inherited': Om Prakash Rajbhar
Adding to the criticism, Uttar Pradesh Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar took a personal swipe at the SP chief. Rajbhar referenced the laptop scam that occurred during the Samajwadi Party's tenure and questioned Yadav's stance on women's rights.
Rajbhar highlighted that Akhilesh Yadav opposed the Women’s Reservation Bill, which seeks to provide 33% reservation for women in state assemblies and the Lok Sabha. He argued that this opposition proves the Samajwadi Party is against equal representation and political participation for women.
In a sharp closing remark, Rajbhar stated, "Political power can be inherited, but intelligence cannot."