Yogi Claims Shami Took Dip at Kumbh; Akhilesh Reacts

Aakhir Tak – In Shorts

• Yogi Adityanath claims Mohammad Shami took a dip at Kumbh.
• Akhilesh Yadav mocks the changing of names.
• Yogi denies any discrimination at Kumbh.
• Akhilesh targets the BJP government.
• Uttar Pradesh government has faced accusations of renaming places.

Aakhir Tak – In Depth

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath defended his government’s handling of the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, emphasising the scale of arrangements and dismissing opposition criticism as politically motivated. He said that people from all castes and religions were welcomed at Kumbh and said that even cricketer Mohammad Shami took the ritual bath.

Yogi’s Statement

“There was no discrimination against anyone at Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. Cricketer Mohammed Shami also took the holy dip. People from different caste, creed and religion, if they have come with devotion in heart, they have also taken the holy dip. Yes, those who came to tease (mock faith), they were scolded and sent away,” Yogi Adityanath said in Uttar Pradesh Vidhan Sabha.

Akhilesh Yadav’s Jibe

Soon after, Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav took a veiled jibe at the BJP and Yogi Adityanath and asked if “the cricketer’s name has also been changed”.

Mocking the Renaming

The jibe referred to the BJP government renaming several Muslim cities, places, and historical structures. Akhilesh Yadav has previously criticized the Uttar Pradesh government for renaming various locations.

Abdul Hamid Case

Recently, the Uttar Pradesh government removed the name of 1965 war hero Abdul Hamid from his school in Ghazipur district and ‘PM Shri Composite School’ was painted at the entrance. Akhilesh Yadav had slammed described the act as “extremely reprehensible”, adding that all that remains for “some people” is to rename “India” as “BJP”.

Yogi’s Defense of Kumbh

Yogi Adityanath emphasized the successful organization of the Kumbh Mela in his statement. He said that his government had provided every possible facility for the devotees visiting the Kumbh Mela. Yogi also said that there was no discrimination against people of any religion or caste at the Kumbh Mela.

Political Accusations

This war of words between Yogi Adityanath and Akhilesh Yadav is part of the ongoing accusations in Uttar Pradesh politics. Both leaders often target each other. It will be interesting to see how this political conflict takes shape in the times to come.

Aakhir Tak – Key Takeaways to Remember

• Yogi Adityanath claims Shami took dip at Kumbh Mela.
• Akhilesh Yadav jibes at BJP over renaming places.
• Yogi denies any kind of discrimination at Kumbh.
• Akhilesh Yadav targets the BJP government.
• Uttar Pradesh has been accused of renaming locations before.

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