Akhilesh’s proposed Ayodhya visit to broaden his PDA outreach, say political analysts
The visit holds significance as it is taking place a few months after the Ram Temple donation embezzlement row and also seen as an attempt to blunt the BJP’s anti-Hindu rhetoric against the SP
Lucknow - The Samajwadi Party (SP) president and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, Akhilesh Yadav, is set to visit the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on December 12, according to political analysts. This announcement has sparked controversy, with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) claiming the visit is politically motivated. Analysts argue that the SP chief aims to broaden outreach beyond traditional voter bases of backward classes, Scheduled Castes, and Muslims.
The visit is also seen as a response to the BJP's anti-Hindu rhetoric against the SP. Akhilesh Yadav will attend the Hanuman Garhi and Ram Temple, visiting them after completing the Kedareshwar temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. SP spokesperson Pawan Pandey stated that Mr. Yadav will also go with his MP wife Dimple Yadav and other family members.
Critics like UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath have criticized the visit, urging those who have neglected the holy town and subjected saints to police action to apologize before visiting.
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