Akhilesh Yadav

'Anti-Sanatan': Akhilesh Yadav faces BJP fury over diya remarks

Yadav, while speaking on Saturday, said, "Throughout the world, cities become beautifully illuminated during Christmas, and this festive lighting can last for months. We should take inspiration from this. Why do we need to spend money on diyas and candles, and overthink the process? We should reconsider what to expect from the government; perhaps it should be changed. We will ensure that there are more stunning lights in the future."

25 days ago

Stone pelters will be dealt with firm hand, not with flowers: UP minister on Bareilly violence

His remarks come in the backdrop of Congress MP Imran Masood claiming bias and a religion-driven approach in the government crackdown on protestors in Bareilly, which saw a huge gathering of the minority community on the streets, after Friday prayers, last week.

Oct 5, 2025

Rajbhar hits out at Akhilesh, says PDA means 'Parivar, Dimple, Akhilesh'

Rajbhar, reacting to Akhilesh Yadav's social media post -- "Na chalegi haqmaari, na matmaari, is baar PDA sarkar hamari" -- alleged that SP was never serious about empowering backward classes, Dalits, or women.

Aug 21, 2025

Mahua Moitra, Pinaki Misra's wedding reception

Mahua Moitra stuns in red saree, gold jewellery at her reception; Sonia Gandhi, Akhilesh Yadav, others attend [PICS]

Mahua Moitra turned into a Bengali bride for her wedding reception with Pinaki Misra, held in Delhi.

Aug 7, 2025

Parliament Faces Turmoil Over Bihar Electoral Roll Revision

Oppn continues to protest over Bihar SIR; Parliament disrupted again

Chirag Paswan, an MP from the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), questioned the Opposition's stance, highlighting their previous complaints to the Election Commission about bogus voters. "They went to the Election Commission alleging bogus voters. Now, when the EC is revising the rolls in response to their own complaints, they are protesting. This has happened before in Indian electoral history. What has changed now?" he asked.

Jul 23, 2025

Akhilesh Yadav has BJP phobia, says UP Deputy CM Maurya

Akhilesh Yadav has BJP phobia, says Maurya after 'hollow' budget remarks

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya lashed out at Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on Friday for calling the state's budget "hollow." Responding to the remarks, Maurya said that Akhilesh Yadav seems to have developed a "BJP phobia."

Feb 21, 2025

'Our borders are shrinking': Akhilesh Yadav alleges "Chinese interventions"

Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav expressed concerns on Friday over security along the borders, economic inequality and the treatment of minorities in the country.

Dec 13, 2024

SP delegation to visit Sambhal today over November 24 violence

SP delegation to visit Sambhal today to address November 24 violence

A 15-member delegation from the Samajwadi Party (SP), led by senior leaders under the direction of party chief Akhilesh Yadav, will visit Sambhal on Saturday to investigate the violence that erupted on November 24.

Nov 30, 2024

Akhilesh slams UP health minister for Jhansi tragedy; Mayawati seeks strict action

Akhilesh slams UP health minister for Jhansi's Hospital tragedy; Mayawati seeks strict action

Former Chief Minister and Samajwadi Party (SP) chief, Akhilesh Yadav on Saturday expressed grief over the death of 10 newborns at a hospital in Jhansi, blaming the fire tragedy on negligent medical management in Uttar Pradesh and poor quality equipment, while Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati demanded strict legal punishment for the accused responsible for the incident.

Nov 16, 2024

10 children die as fire breaks out at hospital in UP's Jhansi

At least 10 children were killed in a fire that broke out at a hospital in Uttar Pradesh's JhansiUttar Pradesh's Jhansi district on Friday evening.

Nov 16, 2024

NEET showdown in Parliament: Akhilesh, Rahul question exam system; Education Minister responds

The Budget Session saw fiery exchanges on the very first day on Monday, as Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav slammed the Government over paper leaks in NEET examinations and also questioned the entire Indian examination system. This drew a strong response as well as a rebuttal from Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

Jul 22, 2024

'People have won, not the rulers', Akhilesh thanks 'sensible' voters of UP

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav expressed his gratitude to the people of Uttar Pradesh and assured that the party will not let them down and "fulfil the trust" they reposed on the party.

Jun 5, 2024

INDIA Bloc Will Double The Quantity Of Free Ration: Kharge

INDIA bloc will double the quantity of free ration: Mallikarjun Kharge

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday announced that if the INDIA bloc is voted to power it will increase the ration quota for the poor from 5 kilograms to 10 kilograms.

May 15, 2024

LS polls: Akhilesh to start campaign from UP's Pilibhit on April 12

Samajwadi Party (SP) President Akhilesh Yadav, along with Opposition INDIA bloc ally Congress, will start campaigning for the SP candidates from Pilibhit Lok Sabha constituency on April 12.

Apr 10, 2024

Leaders From 24-Political Parties Arrive In Bengaluru To Attend Oppn Meet

Congress president Kharge turns 81, wishes pour in from all party leaders

PM Modi and Union minister Nitin Gadkari are among those who wished Kharge on his birthday

Jul 21, 2023

They can poison me: Akhilesh refuses tea offered by UP cops [details]

Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday refused to drink tea offered to him by the police officers at the DGP headquarters.

Jan 8, 2023

Mulayam to be cremated in Sefai, his native village in Etawah tomorrow [Details]

In a tweet, the Samajwadi Party informed that the cremation of the late leader will be held in his village on Tuesday at 3.p.m.

Oct 10, 2022

Samajwadi leader Mulayam Singh Yadav passes away at 82

Veteran Samajwadi leader and MP, Mulayam Singh Yadav, died here on Monday after a prolonged illness.

Oct 10, 2022

Lucknow: Kapil Sibal filed nomination for Rajya Sabha elections, with the support of Samajwadi Party, in presence of party chief Akhilesh Yadav and party MP Ram Gopal Yadav in Lucknow on Wednesday, May 25, 2022. Kapil Sibal resigns from Congress Party on

Kapil Sibal files nomination for Rajya Sabha as independent, says has quit Congress

Senior leader and former minister Kapil Sibal on Wednesday filed the nomination for Rajya Sabha as independent with Samajwadi Party's support in the presence of party chief Akhilesh Yadav.

May 25, 2022

EVM Row: Varanasi official "admits lapses" even if it's for training purpose: Samajwadi Party

A day after Akhilesh Yadav alleged that Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) were moved illegally in Varanasi just 48 hours before the counting of votes in state elections, his party tweeted the on-camera statement of an official conceding there were 'lapses'.

Mar 9, 2022

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