'If Akhilesh comes to power, he will have namaz offered in Ram Mandir': UP minister Rajbhar
What Happened?
Uttar Pradesh minister Om Prakash Rajbhar criticized Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, claiming he would have namaz offered in Ram Mandir if elected. This follows Yadav's promise to develop Ayodhya as a pilgrimage capital.
Key points
- Rajbhar met Akhilesh Yadav on October 20.
- Rajbhar accused Yadav of appeasement politics during his tenure from 2012 to 2017.
- He claimed Yadav's only achievement was having namaz offered at Hanuman Garhi.
- BJP leader Pankaj Chaudhary criticized Yadav's planned visit to Ayodhya.
- Yadav promised to improve Ayodhya's infrastructure and economy if elected.
Key insights
- Rajbhar's comments reflect ongoing tensions between BJP and SP ahead of elections.
- Yadav's focus on Ayodhya may appeal to religious voters.
- The political discourse around Ayodhya could impact voter sentiment.
Why it matters
The political rivalry in Uttar Pradesh could influence the upcoming assembly elections.
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Times of India
