Akhilesh Yadav calls Adityanath an ʼinfiltrator,ʼ says UP CM should be sent back to Uttarakhand
Lucknow: Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday launched a sharp attack on Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Adityanath, calling him an “infiltrator” and suggesting that he should be “sent back” to his home state of Uttarakhand.
Speaking to reporters at Lohia Park in Lucknow on the death anniversary of socialist leader Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia, Yadav said, “People who are giving the statistics of exodus… we also have infiltrators in Uttar Pradesh. The Chief Minister is from Uttarakhand. We want him to be sent to Uttarakhand. He is not only an infiltrator by origin but also ideologically.”
Taking aim at the BJP, Yadav alleged that the party’s claims and data could not be trusted. “If one is to believe their statistics, they would be lost,” he said, further questioning Adityanath’s political background. “He was not a member of the BJP; he belonged to another party. So, when will these infiltrators be removed?”
Yadav’s remarks came shortly after Union Home Minister Amit Shah accused some political parties of using “infiltrators” as a vote bank and questioned why infiltration does not occur along the Gujarat and Rajasthan borders.
Reacting to Yadav’s comments, Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak told PTI that he would issue a detailed response soon.
During the same event, Yadav paid tribute to Dr. Lohia, pledging to uphold his ideals. “Today, we take a pledge to reach out to the people on the issues he raised—to make them aware and ensure economic and social dignity for everyone by walking on the path he showed. Dr. Lohia had called for the caste system to be abolished,” he said.
Commenting on the alleged gang-rape of a student in Lucknow, Yadav accused the BJP government of failing to ensure women’s safety. “This isn’t the first such case under this government. Rape cases and atrocities against women are rising because the police are being used for political purposes. The BJP is not allowing the police to do their jobs. An encounter cannot be the solution,” he added.
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Govt's reform trajectory will continue with even more vigour in coming times: PM Modi
New Delhi (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the government's reform trajectory will continue with even more vigour in the coming times as it is committed to boosting 'Ease of Living'.
The prime minister made this observation on a series of posts by the central government on its various reform initiatives.
"Ours is a Government committed to boosting 'Ease of Living' and this thread below gives examples of how we have worked in that direction. Our reform trajectory will continue with even more vigour in the coming times," Modi said.
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With the hashtags #ReformInAction & #GoodGovernance, the central government said in the posts that the real test of reform is whether it reduces stress for people and 2025 marked a clear shift in governance, with reforms focused on outcomes, not complexity.
Simpler tax laws, faster dispute resolution, modern labour codes, and decriminalised compliance reduced friction for citizens and businesses alike. The emphasis was on trust, predictability, and long-term growth, showing how well-designed policy can quietly improve everyday life, the posts by MyGovIndia said.
For millions of Indians, tax relief became real. Incomes up to Rs 12 lakh attract zero tax. Middle-class families now retain more of what they earn, giving them flexibility to spend, save and invest with greater confidence, it stated.
It said the Income Tax Act, 2025 streamlined compliance and brought clarity, transparency, and fairness to the direct tax system, making it more taxpayer friendly and aligned with today's needs.
Small businesses can now grow without fear of losing benefits. Higher investment and turnover limits allow MSMEs to expand while retaining access to loans and tax incentives. This encourages scaling up, hiring more workers, and building stronger local enterprises
Rural employment now creates assets, not just wages. With extended guaranteed employment and a focus on village infrastructure, rural labour is now building permanent assets that strengthen communities and livelihoods, it said.
It observed that workers no longer need to navigate dozens of laws as 29 labour laws were simplified into four clear codes covering wages, safety, social security, and relations.
Rights are clearer, compliance is easier, and women benefit from assured maternity and workplace protections, it stated.
The government also stated that GST has been made simpler for businesses and consumers alike.
With streamlined tax slabs, easier registration, automated processes, and faster refunds, the next generation of GST reforms is improving ease of doing business.The impact is clear in record Diwali sales of Rs 6.05 trillion and the strongest Navratri shopping in over a decade, it said.
It also said that businesses can now bring products to market faster.
With rationalised Quality Control Orders, Indian manufacturers face lower compliance costs, improved efficiency, and greater strength in global markets. More room to grow for Indian businesses, the government said in the posts.
The expanded definition of small companies reduced compliance burden and costs, allowing enterprises with turnovers up to Rs 100 crore to focus on innovation and expansion, it added.
