Akhilesh Yadav accuses Yogi Adityanath of insulting Lord Krishna, vows BJP defeat

Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav publicly claimed that Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath made remarks that insulted the Hindu deity Lord Krishna. The accusation was made during a political rally where Yadav warned that such statements could alienate a large section of the electorate.

Yadav further asserted that the alleged insult would become a focal point of the Samajwadi Party's campaign, promising to mobilise voters against the Bharatiya Janata Party in the next state and national elections. He emphasized that respect for religious sentiments is a non‑negotiable issue for his party.

The statement has sparked reactions across the political spectrum, with opposition parties echoing concerns over communal sensitivities, while the BJP has not issued an official response as of now. The controversy adds another layer to the already intense electoral contest in Uttar Pradesh.

No legal complaints have been filed, and the matter remains a political dispute centered on rhetoric and voter sentiment ahead of the upcoming polls.