Akhilesh Yadav Slams UP Police as BJP Workers
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav accuses UP police of acting like BJP workers and calls for the removal of the Yogi government.
In a scathing attack on the ruling administration, Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav has accused the Uttar Pradesh police of losing their neutrality. Speaking at a press conference in Lucknow, the former Chief Minister claimed that the state police force is no longer functioning as an impartial law enforcement agency but is instead "acting like BJP workers."
Yadav’s remarks come at a time of heightened political tension in the state, as he laid out a roadmap for the Samajwadi Party ahead of the upcoming assembly polls. He argued that the current state of law enforcement has reached a point where public and judicial trust has been severely eroded.
A Crisis of Trust and Judicial Observations
The SP leader did not mince words when discussing the credibility of the police force. He suggested that the lack of trust in the police is not merely a political allegation but a sentiment echoed by the highest levels of the judiciary.
"The Supreme Court, the High Court, and you and I have stated from time to time that the police cannot be trusted. The police are acting like BJP workers. That is why the Supreme Court made that observation," Yadav stated.
Yadav went on to suggest that the only way to resolve this systemic crisis is through a change in leadership. He asserted that the political instability and the perceived misuse of power can only be averted if the BJP is removed from office in the next assembly election.
Allegations of Neglect and Atrocities
Beyond the conduct of the police, the Samajwadi Party chief leveled several other criticisms against the Yogi Adityanath government, focusing on social and infrastructural failures:
- Social Injustice: Yadav alleged that atrocities are being systematically committed against the PDA (Pichda, Dalit, and Alpsankhyak) community.
- Infrastructure Decay: He criticized the state government over the deteriorating condition of roads, widespread waterlogging, and the poor state of public hospitals.
- Cultural Disrespect: The former CM also claimed that true "sadhus" have been disrespected under the current administration.
Focus on Youth, Employment, and Industry
Looking toward the future, Akhilesh Yadav outlined the Samajwadi Party's vision for the younger generation. He promised that the SP would prioritize tackling unemployment and inflation through dedicated programs designed for the youth.
To boost the state's economy, Yadav mentioned that the party would undertake initiatives within the corporate sector to attract new industries to Uttar Pradesh. He also discussed meeting with "Democracy Fighters," who shared suggestions for governance.
As part of his welfare promises, Yadav stated that if the Samajwadi Party forms the government, certain honorariums would be revised to ₹51,000 per month, accompanied by free medical treatment and travel concessions for eligible groups.
BJP's Response: A Personal Note
Amidst the political firestorm, BJP leader Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh offered a different perspective. While acknowledging the political divide, he noted a level of personal civility between the opposing leaders.
Speaking to the media, Singh remarked that he maintains a personal relationship with the SP chief. "I have a personal relationship with him. I do not speak against him, and he does not speak against me. I am in the BJP, and he is an SP leader," Singh said, suggesting that political rivalry does not always preclude personal respect.