Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes BJP Ahead of Uttar Pradesh Bypolls

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav accused the ruling BJP of obstructing the voting process in Uttar Pradesh bypolls. He claimed the BJP is apprehensive about losing and alleged police misuse to influence votes. The bypolls have been postponed to November 20. Yadav criticized BJP's policies, comparing them to colonial-era strategies.

In a charged political climate ahead of Uttar Pradesh's assembly bypolls, Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav has leveled serious allegations against the ruling BJP. Yadav accused the party of obstructing the electoral process by using police forces to deter voters, challenging the Election Commission's efforts to boost turnout.

Speaking at a rally in Ghaziabad for candidate Singh Raj Jatav, Yadav expressed concerns over the BJP allegedly delaying the bypoll due to fears of an electoral setback. He criticized the postponement of the bypoll, claiming it was a tactic to avoid defeat, with elections now slated for November 20.

Further criticizing the BJP, Yadav accused them of reviving divisive strategies akin to British colonial rulers. He decried the party's handling of police appointments and expressed frustration over rising inflation and unemployment, which he says have disillusioned society with the government.

(With inputs from agencies.)