Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes BJP Over Rising LPG Prices and EVM Security Concerns
Akhilesh Yadav targets BJP over LPG price hike, smart meters and EVM security
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Akhilesh Yadav, president of the Samajwadi Party, criticized the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party during a press conference in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, for rising commercial LPG prices, smart meter irregularities, and concerns over electronic voting machine (EVM) security. He also promised free education if his party returns to power in 2027.
- 01Akhilesh Yadav criticized the BJP for rising commercial LPG prices and alleged corruption.
- 02He raised concerns about the security of electronic voting machines (EVMs) in light of smart meter irregularities.
- 03Yadav accused the BJP of using propaganda to instill fear among the public.
- 04He highlighted the closure of 21,000 primary schools under the current government.
- 05Yadav announced plans for free education from Kindergarten to Post-Graduate level if elected in 2027.
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During a press conference at the Samajwadi Party headquarters in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, Akhilesh Yadav, the party's national president, criticized the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for various issues, including the rising prices of commercial LPG and the security of electronic voting machines (EVMs). He expressed concerns about alleged irregularities with the smart meter system, questioning the integrity of EVMs if such issues exist. Yadav accused the BJP of fostering division through controversial propaganda and failing to address inflation and corruption, which he claimed have reached unprecedented levels. He also pointed out the closure of 21,000 primary schools and the lack of student enrollment in over 41,000 schools. In a positive note, Yadav honored top students from the High School and Intermediate examinations by presenting them with laptops and promised free education from Kindergarten to Post-Graduate level if his party wins the 2027 elections.
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Yadav's statements highlight significant concerns about education and economic issues affecting families in Uttar Pradesh, potentially influencing public opinion ahead of future elections.
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