Delhi-Lucknow fight: Akhilesh Yadav alleges BJP conspiracy in Sambhal violence
Delhi-Lucknow fight: Akhilesh Yadav alleges BJP conspiracy in Sambhal violence
M.U.H
03/12/202427
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday alleged the violence in Sambhal that erupted during a court-mandated survey of a mosque was a well-planned conspiracy hatched by the BJP. Speaking in Lok Sabha, the Kannauj MP said the police and the administration were responsible for the violence, which left five dead, and demanded a murder case be filed against the officers.
"The incident that took place in Sambhal was a well-planned conspiracy... Bypolls were supposed to be held in Uttar Pradesh on November 13, but it was postponed to November 20... A murder case should be filed against the police and the administration. This is a fight between Delhi and Lucknow," Akhilesh Yadav said.
Bypolls for nine Assembly constituencies in Uttar Pradesh, which were initially scheduled to be held on November 13, were later changed to November 20.
Massive violence erupted in Sambhal last week during a protest against a court-ordered survey of the Mughal-era Shahi Jama Masjid. The order was passed following claims that the mosque was constructed on the ruins of a Hindu temple.
In the Lok Sabha, Akhilesh Yadav pointed out the alacrity with which the order for the survey of the mosque was passed even before listening to the other side. He also questioned the need for a second survey of the mosque.
"On November 19, a survey was conducted, and the report was to be given to the court. On November 24, another survey was conducted, during which people gathered to find out the reason for the survey. The Circle Officer abused the people gathered there and resorted to lathicharge. After this, police opened fire, during which dozens were injured and five were killed," the Samajwadi Party chief said.
Tearing into the BJP, Akhilesh said talks of excavating historical structures throughout the country being done by the saffron party and its allies would destroy the brotherhood.
"The BJP is constantly talking about excavations... it will one day destroy the brotherhood and harmony of the country. The BJP does not believe in the Constitution," he said.
