Akhilesh Yadav’s direct attack on the government on the Gorakhpur massacre: Encounters by people wooed by BJP:

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News India Live, Digital Desk: The case of murder of members of the same family has gained momentum in Gorakhpur. SP President Akhilesh Yadav has described this incident as a reflection of the current situation in Uttar Pradesh. He questioned the government’s ‘zero tolerance’ policy and termed it ‘protection of criminals’.

Main points of Akhilesh Yadav’s statement

BJP accused of patronage: Akhilesh Yadav said that those who are committing crimes in Uttar Pradesh have the protection of the government. He sarcastically said that “BJP’s own people are promoting the culture of encounters and now the general public is becoming its victim.”

Mention of Gorakhpur: Referring to CM Yogi’s home area, he said that when people are not safe in the Chief Minister’s own district, then what will be the condition of the rest of the state can be guessed.

seeking justice: He demanded compensation to the victim’s family and strictest action against the culprits. Akhilesh also said that the government is engaged in the game of numbers, while there is jungle raj on the ground.

What is Gorakhpur massacre case?

Event: In a village in Gorakhpur, several people of the same family were brutally murdered due to land dispute or mutual rivalry.

Police action: Police have detained some suspects in the case and investigation is ongoing. However, the opposition alleges that the main accused are getting political support.

political activity intensifies

After this statement of Akhilesh Yadav, a counterattack is expected from BJP also. In view of the upcoming elections and the current political environment in Uttar Pradesh, the issue of crime and encounters has once again come into the center of discussion.