Akhilesh Yadav Accuses BJP Government of Defamation Ahead of By-Polls

SP chief Akhilesh Yadav has accused the BJP government in Uttar Pradesh of using defamatory tactics for vote bank politics ahead of Assembly by-polls. Yadav alleges undemocratic attitudes towards Muslims and criticizes handling of recent incidents. He predicts a 'wipeout' for BJP in future elections.

On Monday, Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav accused the BJP government in Uttar Pradesh of attempting to defame his party for vote bank politics ahead of the Assembly by-polls.

Yadav asserted that the electorate has lost hope in the BJP, predicting a 'safaya' (wipeout) in upcoming elections. The former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister denounced the BJP's undemocratic stance towards Muslims.

In a statement concerning the Ayodhya rape case, Yadav claimed the BJP's sole aim is to tarnish the image of socialists. He called for a DNA test of the accused, sparking controversy. Further criticizing Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, he mentioned the BJP's alleged flawed handling of security issues and incidents of injustice towards specific communities.