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Akhilesh Yadav condemns bulldozer action in Ayodhya, vows compensation if SP returns to power
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 24 Sep 2026, 05:46 AM
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Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticised the recent bulldozer operations in Ayodhya and said the party would provide compensation to affected people if it regains government control.
Akhilesh Yadav, the leader of the Samajwadi Party, publicly denounced the bulldozer operations carried out in the historic city of Ayodhya. He described the demolition drives as heavy-handed and detrimental to the local community.
Speaking at a press briefing, Yadav asserted that if the Samajwadi Party returns to power in Uttar Pradesh, it will allocate funds to compensate those whose homes and livelihoods were disrupted by the demolition.
The remarks come as the party seeks to rebuild its support base ahead of upcoming state elections, positioning the issue of forced demolitions as a key electoral theme.
Political analysts note that Yadav's promise could resonate with residents of Ayodhya and surrounding districts, where similar actions have sparked controversy in recent months.
The Samajwadi Party has not disclosed specific compensation figures, but indicated that the policy would be part of a broader welfare agenda should it form the next state government.
Speaking at a press briefing, Yadav asserted that if the Samajwadi Party returns to power in Uttar Pradesh, it will allocate funds to compensate those whose homes and livelihoods were disrupted by the demolition.
The remarks come as the party seeks to rebuild its support base ahead of upcoming state elections, positioning the issue of forced demolitions as a key electoral theme.
Political analysts note that Yadav's promise could resonate with residents of Ayodhya and surrounding districts, where similar actions have sparked controversy in recent months.
The Samajwadi Party has not disclosed specific compensation figures, but indicated that the policy would be part of a broader welfare agenda should it form the next state government.