Yogi Adityanath Slams Samajwadi Party Over Law and Order Issues

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath addressed the assembly on law and order issues, criticizing the Samajwadi Party for not taking action against members involved in serious crimes. He cited National Crime Records Bureau data showing a significant decrease in crime rates since the current government took office.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday criticized the Samajwadi Party for its handling of law and order, noting a significant reduction in crime rates compared to the previous government's tenure.

During a supplementary budget discussion in the assembly, Adityanath highlighted a case involving an SP worker from Ayodhya accused of raping a 12-year-old girl, questioning the party's lack of action.

Adityanath referred to another incident where a lawyer was murdered in Hardoi, allegedly by the district president of the SP, who has multiple criminal charges against him.

Presenting National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data, Adityanath emphasized a marked improvement in reducing various crimes including robbery, murder, riots, and crimes against women.

(With inputs from agencies.)