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In a recent social media post, Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav has indirectly criticized the Uttar Pradesh BJP unit amidst growing speculation about discord between Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and his deputy. "Monsoon offer: Bring a hundred, form the government," Yadav's Hindi post translated, hinting at the current political climate in the state.
This remark follows the BJP's disappointing performance in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, where they secured only 33 out of 80 seats in Uttar Pradesh. Yadav has been vocal about the internal disputes within the BJP, suggesting they are detrimental to the welfare of the state's residents.
"In this fight for power, it is the people of Uttar Pradesh who are suffering," Yadav asserted during a press conference at the SP headquarters on Wednesday.
Taking to social media platform X later, Yadav further criticized the BJP's internal conflicts, stating, "In the BJP's pursuit of power, governance and administration in UP have been sidelined. The BJP, once known for undermining other parties, now finds itself in disarray... There is little consideration for the public within the BJP ranks."
The recent electoral losses in Uttar Pradesh have intensified tensions between Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Maurya, revealing divisions within the BJP's state unit. Statements from both leaders underscore ongoing power struggles and personal ambitions.
These developments have highlighted internal rifts within the party's state organization, illustrating the challenges the BJP faces in maintaining unity and coherence. The strain between Adityanath and Maurya has become more pronounced following electoral setbacks, as each leader seeks to assert influence within the party hierarchy.
Senior party figures acknowledge that public comments from various state leaders have tarnished the party's image of discipline, attributing it to the need for expression after an unexpected defeat. "In a way, it's beneficial that pent-up frustration has been released," remarked a senior BJP source.
Since the 2017 electoral victory orchestrated by then-BJP chief Amit Shah, Yogi Adityanath has dominated the party with his charismatic appeal. Despite efforts to limit his powers during his second term, Adityanath's influence has remained significant, overshadowing other leaders within the BJP.
These dynamics underscore the ongoing challenges faced by the BJP in managing internal dissent and projecting a unified front amidst political turbulence in Uttar Pradesh.
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