Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes BJP Over LPG Shortage

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticized the BJP government for a domestic cooking gas shortage, alleging mismanagement causing people to queue for hours without refills. He accused the government of neglect and promoting black market sales, likening the issue to past oxygen cylinder shortages during the COVID-19 pandemic.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Lucknow | Updated: 11-03-2026 18:31 IST | Created: 11-03-2026 18:31 IST
Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes BJP Over LPG Shortage
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Samajwadi Party's Akhilesh Yadav launched a scathing attack against the BJP government, alleging failure in managing LPG supply. Yadav claimed households struggled to cook due to the shortage, directly contradicting BJP's promises of 'achhe din'.

Yadav criticized the requirement of a Delivery Authentication Code for LPG refills, arguing this exacerbates the crisis as many consumers wait in vain. He shared a video of long queues outside refilling booths to highlight the situation.

Highlighting severe economic implications, Yadav accused BJP leaders of encouraging black marketing, pushing families to face hunger. He urged government accountability in ensuring basic necessities.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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