Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes BJP Over Alleged Fake Encounters in Uttar Pradesh

SP president Akhilesh Yadav has accused the BJP of orchestrating fake police encounters in Uttar Pradesh, calling it the 'capital of fake encounters.' His comments, centered on the killing of Mangesh Yadav, have sparked strong rebuttals from top BJP officials and allies. Yadav alleges targeting of backward classes, Dalits, and minorities.

SP president Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday accused the ruling BJP of turning Uttar Pradesh into the 'capital of fake encounters,' alleging that deliberate murders are being staged under the guise of police operations.

Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak and Uttar Pradesh's top police officials refuted the claims, asserting that actions are taken without regard for caste or community affiliations.

The accusations follow the recent death of Mangesh Yadav, a robbery suspect, whom Akhilesh Yadav claims was targeted based on his caste, prompting broader discussions on police conduct in the state.

(With inputs from agencies.)