Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav stood by his party MLA Suresh Yadav, who reportedly described the BJP as a “Hindu terrorist organisation.” Addressing reporters, Akhilesh Yadav said, “Those who spread hatred, conduct fake encounters, and act against the law—what else should they be called?”
Key Remarks by Akhilesh Yadav
- Defense of Suresh Yadav’s Statement:
Akhilesh justified the MLA’s controversial remark, pointing to actions like spreading hatred and disregarding the law. - Dig at BJP Over Excavation Work:
Commenting on the ongoing excavation in Sambhal, he said, “They [BJP] will keep searching like this and, in the process, will end up digging their own government.”
Excavation Work in Sambhal
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) recently unearthed a historic stepwell (‘baoli’) in Sambhal’s Chandausi area.
- Structure Details:
- Area: Approximately 400 square meters.
- Composition: Four chambers, with the second and third floors made of marble, and upper floors constructed from bricks.
- Estimated Age: Over 150 years, possibly built during the era of Bilari’s king’s grandfather.
- Context:
The discovery followed the reopening of a Shiv-Hanuman temple, which had been closed for 46 years. - Survey Expansion:
An ASI team also inspected the Kalki Vishnu temple in Sambhal, examining five shrines and 19 wells.
Political Implications
Akhilesh Yadav’s remarks and the recent excavation work have stirred political and public discourse:
- BJP Criticism:
Yadav’s comments underscore ongoing tensions between the Samajwadi Party and BJP, with the former raising questions about the ruling party’s governance and focus. - Historical Significance:
The excavation of the stepwell has captured local and national interest, adding cultural and historical dimensions to the ongoing political narrative.
Further updates on both the political debate and the excavation’s findings are awaited.