Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes Yogi's Rhetoric Amid Demonetisation Debacle

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticized Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, emphasizing that sainthood is determined by actions, not attire. Speaking on the birthday of 'Khajanchi', Yadav lamented the impact of demonetisation, labeling it as a major economic failure and a 'slow poison' affecting diverse societal groups.

In a direct critique aimed at Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav stressed that sainthood is defined by deeds, not attire. His remarks came during an event marking the birthday of 'Khajanchi', a boy born during the demonetisation currency exchange mayhem.

Yadav expressed skepticism about the longevity of those employing harsh tactics in power, suggesting their days were numbered. Without naming anyone explicitly, he noted the changing rhetoric of certain figures, arguing that their speech grows bitter as they grow more cunning.

The former UP chief minister condemned demonetisation as a catastrophic economic misstep, equating its repercussions to 'slow poison' impacting farmers, the working class, and small traders. He labeled it a cosmetic exercise laden with corruption, underscoring its lasting negative effects brought out by the story of 'Khajanchi'.

(With inputs from agencies.)