Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday criticized the Congress and Samajwadi Party (SP) during a public event in Moradabad, accusing both parties of fostering divisive politics. Adityanath, while inaugurating 63 development projects totaling ₹365.50 crore, contrasted his administration’s focus on statewide welfare with the opposition’s alleged emphasis on caste and regional divides.
Why did the Chief Minister criticize opposition parties?
During the Moradabad gathering, Adityanath characterized the political ideologies of the Congress and the Samajwadi Party as a "Babri mentality." He alleged that these parties historically relied on policies of appeasement that led to frequent communal riots and curfews in Uttar Pradesh prior to 2017. According to the Chief Minister, the SP’s political influence has waned, stating that the party’s "bicycle has been punctured."
Adityanath asserted that the opposition lacks a vision for development, focusing instead on the interests of specific political families. He explicitly linked the former SP government to an atmosphere of insecurity, referencing the slogan "Dekh Sapai, Bitiya Ghabrai," which implies that the presence of SP workers caused fear among women.
What development projects were announced in Moradabad?
The Chief Minister inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 63 infrastructure projects valued at ₹365.50 crore. These initiatives include:
- Completed Projects: 26 works worth ₹136.15 crore, including a war memorial, a sports park, and the Shri Ram Vatika.
- New Foundations: 37 projects valued at ₹229.35 crore.
- Future Infrastructure: The state government announced the development of a Guru Jambheshwar Temple Corridor in Moradabad.
- Renaming Initiative: The Linepar area is set to be renamed "Daudayal Khanna Nagar" to honor Ram Janmabhoomi movement leader Daudayal Khanna.
How does the administration define its governance model?
Adityanath stated that the state is currently governed under the principles of "Ram Rajya," which he contrasted with the era of "foreign invaders." He claimed that his administration has shifted the focus toward the welfare of all 25 crore residents of Uttar Pradesh, regardless of background.
The Chief Minister argued that the state has become a preferred destination for investment due to improved law and order. He noted that traders operate in a more secure environment compared to the period before 2017, which he described as "deplorable" due to a lack of employment opportunities and insufficient support for farmers.
What are the claims regarding corruption?
Adityanath alleged that previous governments, particularly the SP administration, engaged in widespread corruption that inflated project costs. He claimed that a project that could have been completed for ₹100 crore would have a detailed project report worth ₹500 crore.
He further contrasted his government’s spending on cultural heritage and infrastructure—such as temple beautification and freedom fighter memorials—with the previous practice of constructing boundary walls around cemeteries. The Chief Minister also challenged the opposition to clarify their stance on ongoing religious and cultural issues in Mathura, Vrindavan, and Krishna Janmabhoomi.
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