AAP Accuses UP Government of Promoting Alcoholism with Alleged Liquor Scheme

The Aam Aadmi Party accused the Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government of endorsing alcoholism through a 'one plus, one free' liquor scheme. AAP's Saurabh Bharadwaj questioned the absence of aggressive actions against liquor outlets and the central BJP's silence on the issue.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has raised serious accusations against the Uttar Pradesh government, led by CM Yogi Adityanath, suggesting that it is encouraging alcoholism through an alleged 'one plus, one free' liquor scheme.

Questions have been raised as to why no immediate action has been taken by the ruling BJP against liquor shops distributing free alcohol bottles, particularly as videos of long lines outside these outlets circulate widely on social media.

Addressing the media, Delhi AAP chief Saurabh Bharadwaj challenged the state government's silence and action, urging clarity on whether this initiative had official approval from BJP's central leadership. He demanded prompt investigation into potential irregularities surrounding the liquor distribution scheme.

(With inputs from agencies.)