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Akhilesh Yadav calls UP budget second last of BJP govt; slams CM Yogi for not having roadmap for state

“The government only talks about the amount it has paid so far but never discloses the outstanding dues. It also never tells farmers how much the price of sugarcane has increased,” he said.

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Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday launched a scathing attack on the Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government, dismissing its recently presented budget as the “second last budget” of the BJP in the state. Yadav criticized the budget for lacking vision and failing to address the needs of the people, claiming it was nothing more than an “empty drum” full of noise but devoid of substance.

“This is the ninth budget of this government, and it is their second last. After this, there will be one final budget, and then the people will get a chance to choose a new government,” Yadav said, expressing confidence in the BJP’s impending defeat in the next elections.

The former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh accused the BJP of presenting budgets without a clear roadmap for the state’s development. “The government has presented budgets without any vision on how to take the state forward. There is no clarity on how the needs of the common people will be addressed,” he stated.

Yadav also mocked the BJP’s repeated claims of presenting the “biggest budget,” pointing out that every new budget is naturally larger than the previous one. “Every time they present a budget, they say it’s the biggest one. This statement can be made by any government because every budget is bound to be bigger than the last,” he remarked.

Describing the budget as hollow, Yadav said, “This is not a budget; it’s an empty drum that makes a lot of noise but has nothing inside. The people feel like no real budget has been presented, just sermons, while they keep wondering when the actual budget will come.”

Yadav alleged that the budget had left various sections of society disillusioned. “Farmers’ hopes have dried up, women are even more worried about managing household expenses, the unemployed see nothing but darkness ahead, and traders are feeling the deepening impact of the economic slowdown,” he said.

He also took a dig at BJP ministers and MLAs, suggesting that despite their applause in the Assembly, they would soon face public anger over issues like inflation and unemployment. “Even BJP ministers and MLAs who were thumping desks in the Assembly are now anxious because they will have to face the anger of people in their constituencies,” he added.

Yadav highlighted the BJP’s failure to deliver on its election promises, particularly those related to farmers. “The BJP manifesto promised free electricity for farmers’ irrigation needs over the next five years. Nine budgets have passed, but has this promise been fulfilled? They also pledged to set up a Rs 25,000 crore agro-infrastructure mission in the name of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, but what happened to that?” he questioned.

He further criticized the government for not establishing a Rs 1,000 crore Bhama Shah Price Stabilization Fund for crops like potatoes, tomatoes, and onions, as promised. Yadav also accused the BJP of failing to ensure Minimum Support Price (MSP) for farmers and destroying mandis that were built to ensure fair prices for agricultural produce.

“They promised to provide MSP to farmers, but where is it? We had built mandis to ensure fair prices for farmers, and this government has destroyed them. Not a single new mandi has been built under BJP rule,” he claimed.

Yadav also pointed out the BJP’s unfulfilled promise to sugarcane farmers, who were assured that their dues would be paid within 14 days, with interest in case of delay. “The government only talks about the amount it has paid so far but never discloses the outstanding dues. It also never tells farmers how much the price of sugarcane has increased,” he said.

In a lighter vein, Yadav took a swipe at Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s use of Urdu words in his Assembly speech, despite the BJP’s opposition to the language. “Some people even oppose Urdu in Urdu itself,” he quipped, listing words like ‘badnaam,’ ‘bakhsha,’ ‘gunehgar,’ ‘haseen,’ and ‘duniya’ used by the CM.

Yadav concluded by asserting that the BJP’s budget had left people disillusioned and that the countdown for a new government had begun. “After nine budgets, the government still has no answers for the unemployed, struggling farmers, or common citizens. The countdown for a new government has begun,” he said, signalling the SP’s readiness to challenge the BJP in the upcoming elections.

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EC issues notice to Mallikarjun Kharge over terrorist remark against PM Modi

The Election Commission has issued a notice to Mallikarjun Kharge over his remark on PM Modi, asking for a response within 24 hours amid a growing political controversy.

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The Election Commission has issued a notice to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge over his controversial remark referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a “terrorist” during an election campaign.

Taking serious note of the statement, the poll body has asked Kharge to submit his response within 24 hours, highlighting concerns over the language used in public campaigning.

BJP complaint triggered action

The development comes after the Bharatiya Janata Party approached the Election Commission, alleging that the remark violated the Model Code of Conduct. The party described the comment as derogatory and sought strict action against the Congress leader.

A delegation of BJP leaders also met the poll panel, stressing that such statements undermine the standards of political discourse during elections.

Kharge’s clarification

Following the controversy, Kharge clarified that his remarks were being misinterpreted. He said he did not intend to call the Prime Minister a terrorist but was referring to what he described as “terrorising” political opponents through the use of central agencies.

Rising political tensions

The episode has further escalated tensions between the ruling party and the opposition amid an ongoing election season. Leaders across the political spectrum have reacted strongly, with criticism and counter-criticism intensifying the debate around campaign rhetoric.

The Election Commission’s intervention underscores its attempt to maintain decorum and enforce campaign norms as political activity intensifies across states.

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Rahul Gandhi’s Bengal poll visit cancelled amid permission row, Congress targets Trinamool

Rahul Gandhi’s Bengal visit was cancelled after authorities did not grant permission, triggering a political row between Congress and Trinamool.

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April 22, 2026

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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s scheduled visit to West Bengal for election campaigning has been cancelled after the party failed to secure the required administrative permission for public events.

The visit, planned for April 23, was called off after the party waited until the evening for clearance but did not receive approval in time to make necessary arrangements.

Congress leaders have alleged that the local administration, under the influence of the ruling Trinamool Congress, did not grant permission for the rally. The party claimed that despite waiting until around 6 pm, the approval did not come through, forcing them to cancel the programme.

Trinamool response

The Trinamool Congress rejected the allegations, stating that all political parties must follow established procedures for holding public meetings. A party minister said applications must be submitted through the designated system within a specified time frame before events.

The Trinamool also indicated that the state government is currently in a caretaker role during the election period, suggesting that questions regarding permissions fall under the purview of the Election Commission.

Fresh dates likely

Congress sources said the party is still keen for Rahul Gandhi to campaign in the state and may seek fresh permission for a visit on April 25 or 26.

Political context

The development comes amid heightened political activity ahead of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, where multiple parties are campaigning aggressively. The Congress and Trinamool Congress, despite being part of broader opposition alignments at the national level, remain direct rivals in the state.

Recent reports also indicate that permission-related issues have affected campaign events in the state, with some rallies being cancelled due to lack of police clearance.

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Kharge’s terrorist remark on PM Modi sparks row, Congress chief issues clarification

Kharge’s controversial remark on PM Modi sparks backlash, with BJP hitting out and the Congress chief later issuing a clarification.

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Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge faces criticism after controversial remark on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, says statement was misinterpreted

A political controversy erupted after Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge referred to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a “terrorist” during a public address, triggering sharp reactions from the ruling party.

Following the backlash, Kharge issued a clarification, stating that his remarks were misinterpreted and that he did not intend to label the Prime Minister as a terrorist. He instead accused Modi of using threatening language in political discourse.

The comment quickly drew strong criticism from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), with leaders calling the remark inappropriate and accusing the Congress of lowering political discourse. The exchange reflects heightened tensions between the ruling party and the opposition amid the ongoing election season.

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman also condemned the remark, describing it as “atrocious” and indicative of a new low in political rhetoric.

The incident has further intensified the war of words between the two parties, with both sides trading accusations as campaigning gains momentum.

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