BY MOHAMMAD TARIQUE SALEEM
Samajwadi Party chief and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav launched a sharp attack on the BJP, accusing it of misleading the public and failing to deliver on key promises, especially those related to women’s welfare. He said people across the country have now understood the “true character” of the ruling party and are no longer willing to be swayed by what he described as false propoganda.
Referring to the Women’s Reservation Bill passed in 2023, Yadav pointed out that it had received support from all political parties and is already a law. Despite this, he questioned why the BJP government has not implemented it yet. According to him, the BJP is now trying to create confusion around the issue, even though women across the country are aware of the reality. He expressed confidence that this awareness would reflect in the 2027 elections, where he believes voters will reject the BJP.
Speaking to the media after his visit to Hardoi, Yadav raised serious concerns about women’s safety in Uttar Pradesh. He claimed that incidents involving women and girls have increased significantly since the BJP came to power and alleged that the state records the highest number of crimes against women in the country. He accused the government of misusing the police for political purposes, saying this has weakened the justice system. According to him, victims are often denied justice not only at police stations but also at higher administrative levels.
Citing recent cases from Hardoi, Ghazipur, and Pratapgarh, Yadav alleged that victims and their families were left without proper support or justice. In some instances, he said, even grave allegations were not taken seriously. He blamed this situation on what he described as the inaction of the state leadership and suggested that those responsible often escape accountability due to political connections.
Yadav also criticized the conduct of BJP leaders, calling the party anti-women. He referred to controversial statements made by party members and said such incidents reflect a deeper mindset. On the electoral front, he took aim at the BJP’s ambitious slogans, recalling how it had projected a massive victory from Ayodhya but ended up losing there. He described it as a rejection of divisive and negative politics and predicted similar outcomes in upcoming elections.
He further alleged that the BJP operates under the influence of big industrialists and uses central agencies like the ED, CBI, and Income Tax Department to target opponents. He also raised concerns about electoral practices, accusing the party of manipulating systems to its advantage. During his Hardoi visit, Yadav met the family of a young murder victim and expressed condolences. He announced financial assistance of ₹5 lakh from the Samajwadi Party and assured them of legal support.
Calling the incident deeply tragic, he demanded strict action against the accused and accountability for officials who failed in their duty. He also called for a CBI inquiry into the case. Yadav concluded by highlighting welfare measures introduced during his tenure, such as women helplines and ambulance services, claiming they provided better support systems. He contrasted this with the present situation, arguing that women’s safety and justice have deteriorated under the current government.
