Akhilesh Yadav Launches Scathing Attack on BJP Government in Uttar Pradesh
Samajwadi Party national president and former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Akhilesh Yadav has launched a blistering critique against the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party government, accusing it of fostering new forms of organized crime in the state. Speaking to media representatives in Kanpur on Friday, Yadav delivered a comprehensive indictment of the administration's performance across multiple sectors.
Allegations of New-Age Mafias and Infrastructure Failures
The opposition leader specifically targeted what he termed as "new and latest versions of mafias" that have emerged under the current regime. "The BJP government has brought out encounter mafia, cough syrup mafia, NEET mafia, and scam mafia," Yadav asserted during his media interaction. He connected these allegations to broader governance failures, particularly in infrastructure development.
Yadav highlighted Kanpur's economic stagnation as evidence of administrative shortcomings. "The government was unable to provide adequate infrastructure, and that is the primary reason why no investment is coming to Kanpur and surrounding areas," he explained. The former chief minister made a striking claim about energy production, stating that "the government did not increase the production of even a single unit of electricity in nine years." According to Yadav, the electricity currently supplied to Uttar Pradesh originates from power plants constructed during the previous Samajwadi Party administration.
Specific Grievances and Environmental Concerns
The SP president presented multiple examples to substantiate his criticism of the BJP government's governance:
- The transformation of Kanpur into "Badnaampur" (a derogatory term suggesting deterioration)
- The burning of a poor Brahmin mother-daughter's hut
- Corruption charges filed by a chief medical officer against a district magistrate
- Unchecked flow of drains into the sacred Ganga River
Yadav expressed particular concern about law enforcement practices, alleging that "the maximum fake encounters happened during the BJP government." He referenced judicial observations that delivering justice remains the judiciary's responsibility, not the police's.
Vision for Kanpur's Development and Economic Revival
Contrasting the current administration's performance with his party's vision, Yadav outlined an ambitious development plan for the region. "If the right environment is created and proper rules are enforced, Kanpur would definitely start attracting huge investments," he asserted.
The Samajwadi Party leader detailed specific proposals for when his party returns to power:
- Creation of a "triangle trade" economic zone connecting Etawah, Kannauj, and Kanpur
- Development of a Ganga riverfront superior to Lucknow's Gomti riverfront
- Urban renewal through better real estate utilization to create a "new Kanpur"
- Revitalization of the historic Lal Imli area
Broader Political and Social Criticisms
Yadav expanded his critique to encompass employment, social justice, and religious matters. He claimed that "the youth of the state is frustrated and disappointed" due to inadequate job creation, which he attributed to the government's reluctance to implement reservation policies. "BJP is anti-PDA (Pichhda, Dalit, Alpsankhyak)," he declared, referencing the Samajwadi Party's social justice platform.
The former chief minister also addressed religious controversies, alleging that the BJP government prevented Shankaracharya from taking a holy dip in the Ganga and insulted Sanatan traditions. "They demolished the Dal Mandi in Varanasi, broke the statue of revered Ahilya Bai Holkar, and also demolished Manikarnika Ghat and hundreds of temples," Yadav claimed.
Questions About Economic Policies and National Priorities
Yadav concluded his remarks by questioning the government's economic direction and national priorities. He accused the ruling party of striking questionable deals in the Rafale matter while allegedly surrendering markets to China and America. "What happened to the Swadeshi movement?" he asked, challenging the government's commitment to indigenous economic development.
The Samajwadi Party president's comprehensive critique represents a significant political challenge to the BJP administration in Uttar Pradesh, touching upon governance, development, social justice, and religious matters as the state continues to navigate complex political dynamics.
