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UP SIR Row: Yogi Alleges 1.27 Crore Hindu Voters Deleted, Akhilesh Hits Back
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What Happened?
A political controversy has erupted in Uttar Pradesh as Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath claims 1.27 crore Hindu voters are missing from electoral rolls, while Akhilesh Yadav questions the data's validity.
Key points
- Yogi Adityanath claims 1.27 crore Hindu voters are missing from voter lists.
- The missing voters include women, youth, and welfare scheme beneficiaries.
- Adityanath questions how names from panchayat polls disappeared from Election Commission rolls.
- Muslim voters reportedly increased by 1.65 percent.
- Akhilesh Yadav challenges the validity of Adityanath's claims, suggesting they create fear.
- The Congress party has also criticized the central government over alleged voter deletions.
Key insights
- The allegations may deepen political divides in Uttar Pradesh.
- The controversy highlights the importance of accurate electoral rolls.
- Responses from opposition parties could shape future electoral strategies.
Why it matters
This controversy could influence voter perceptions and political dynamics in Uttar Pradesh.
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Yogi Adityanath· PersonAkhilesh Yadav· PersonUttar Pradesh· StateSamajwadi Party· OrganizationCongress· Organization
Source
India Today
