Akhilesh Yadav
Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh from 2012 to 2017
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Akhilesh Yadav is an Indian politician and national president of the Samajwadi Party who served as the 20th Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh. Having assumed the chief minister's office on 15 March 2012 at the age of 38, he is the youngest person to have held the office till date.
He is the incumbent Member of Parliament for Kannauj in the 18th Lok Sabha. He is the parliamentary party leader of Samajwadi Party in 18th Lok Sabha. Earlier, he was an elected as the Member of Legislative Assembly for Karhal in the 18th Vidhan Sabha, before resigning and has also been the Leader of Opposition in the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly from March 2022 to June 2024.
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'Confusing': Akhilesh Yadav slams Centre’s foreign policy; 'world looks at who you stand with in bad time'Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has criticised the BJP-led central government's foreign policy amidst escalating tensions between Iran and Israel, questioning India's stance. This comes after..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Remains intact': Akhilesh Yadav claims INDIA bloc unity; says Samajwadi Party will fight 2027 UP polls within allianceSamajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav affirmed the INDIA bloc's unity, confirming their joint participation in the 2027 Uttar Pradesh elections. He accused the BJP of internal discord and manipulating..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Brahmanon ko bachana hai': Posters appear in Lucknow targetting Akhilesh Yadav after Brajesh Pathak rowFollowing the Samajwadi Party's controversial remarks about UP deputy CM Brajesh Pathak, a poster has emerged in Uttar Pradesh criticising Akhilesh Yadav. The poster, put up by a BJP Yuva Morcha..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Poster seen 'Akhilesh Yadav Maafi Maango' over remarks against UP deputy CMTensions escalate in Uttar Pradesh as posters demanding an apology from Akhilesh Yadav appear in Lucknow, following alleged derogatory remarks against Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak by the Samajwadi Party's..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Won’t happen again, but you must stop too': Akhilesh Yadav reacts to SP’s 'objectionable' post on deputy CM Brajesh PathakAkhilesh Yadav responded to an offensive social media post by his party against the UP deputy CM which has created an uproar. Yadav assured such conduct would not repeat, but also criticised Pathak's..IndiaTimes - Published | |
INDIA bloc leaders back operation, laud valour of defence forcesKey INDIA bloc leaders have voiced their strong support for the Indian armed forces' precision strikes against terror infrastructure in Pakistan and POK, following the Pahalgam attack. Leaders like..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Hasne ka jokhim khud uthayein': Akhilesh Yadav takes dig at BJP on laughter dayTaking to social media platform X, Yadav posted, "'Vishva Haasya Divas' par danda tana hai, kyunki Bhajpa raaj mein hansna mana hai. (On World Laughter Day, the stick is raised, because laughing is..IndiaTimes - Published | |
‘Deplorable act’: Akhilesh Yadav 'fact-checks' BJP leader's 'Pakistani MP' post with Fadnavis photoIndiaTimes - Published | |
'Has bulldozer lost its might?': Akhilesh Yadav slams UP government after tires thrown at SP MP Ramjilal Suman's convoyTires were thrown at Samajwadi Party MP Ramjilal Suman's convoy near Aligarh, allegedly by Karni Sena activists, leading to vehicle collisions. The incident occurred as Suman was en route to..IndiaTimes - Published | |
SP urges Amit Shah to restore Z+ NSG cover for Akhilesh Yadav amid death threatsIndiaTimes - Published | |
Congress made this ED law, now facing the heat: Akhilesh takes a swipe at Gandhis as Kharge slams BJP over National Herald caseAmidst the National Herald case controversy, Akhilesh Yadav criticized Congress, stating they are facing consequences of their own ED law. He advocated for abolishing the Enforcement Directorate,..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Just like Hitler had troopers, BJP has underground force': Akhilesh Yadav slams Yogi Adityanath-govtAkhilesh Yadav criticized the Uttar Pradesh government for allegedly fostering a hidden force to harass and insult people, and sheltering corrupt officials. He accused the BJP of neglecting farmers and..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Amit Shah to Akhilesh Yadav : Yogi Adityanath will get third term as CMUP CM Yogi Adityanath became a collateral beneficiary of a heated exchange between SP chief Akhilesh Yadav and home minister Amit Shah. Akhilesh's inquiry about Yogi's future led Shah to affirm Yogi's..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Kab inka-hamara haath mil jaye': Akhilesh's ally warning to BJP ahead of Bihar pollsAkhilesh Yadav criticized the Waqf (Amendment) Bill in Lok Sabha, accusing the BJP of divisive politics. He hinted at potential shifts in political alliances, particularly involving Bihar CM Nitish..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Haste haste jawab dunga': Akhilesh Yadav taunts over BJP presidency delay; Amit Shah responds - WatchIndiaTimes - Published | 'Politics no part-time job': Akhilesh Yadav's 'don't do it' jab at Yogi AdityanathAkhilesh Yadav criticized those treating politics as a part-time job, seemingly targeting UP CM Yogi Adityanath. Adityanath defended his commitment, emphasizing his role as a Yogi and dismissed any..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Are they not doing appeasement?' Akhilesh Yadav questions BJP's decision to distribute kits on EidIndiaTimes - Published | 'Dictatorship or emergency?': SP chief Akhilesh Yadav accuses UP Police of stopping his convoy on EidAkhilesh Yadav, Samajwadi Party chief, accused the UP Police of unnecessary barricading on Eid in Lucknow, deeming it as a sign of dictatorship and emergency by the Yogi government. Police forces have..IndiaTimes - Published |
Akhilesh Yadav’s ‘fragrance vs foul smell’ remark sparks political row, BJP hits backSamajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticized the BJP for focusing on cowsheds while emphasizing his party's efforts to build perfume parks. Yadav's remarks, accusing the BJP of preferring 'foul..IndiaTimes - Published | Akhilesh Yadav defends Ramjilal Suman's 'Rana Sanga traitor' remarkSamajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav defended MP Ramjilal Suman's remark calling Rana Sanga a "traitor," arguing that referencing historical events should not be problematic. Suman had made the comment..IndiaTimes - Published |
'1,000 Hindus still missing': SP chief Akhilesh Yadav makes big claim, attacks Centre & CM Yogi over Maha Kumbh arrangementsSamajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has expressed concerns over the arrangements at the Maha Kumbh event and accused the BJP government of not doing enough to find nearly 1,000 missing Hindus. He also..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Threat to my life and that of my family': Abu Azmi calls Maharashtra assembly suspension arbitrarySamajwadi Party MLA Abu Azmi was suspended for the entire Maharashtra budget session over his remarks on Aurangzeb. Azmi called the decision arbitrary, expressing concerns for his family's safety...IndiaTimes - Published |
'Hiding truth sign of guilt': Akhilesh Yadav's jab after PM Modi's Maha Kumbh postAkhilesh Yadav criticized PM Modi's Maha Kumbh post for not mentioning the victims of the January 29 stampede, implying that hiding the truth signifies guilt. PM Modi highlighted Maha Kumbh's unity and..IndiaTimes - Published | Ganga pollution row: Akhilesh Yadav claims Adityanath's 'pig' remark points to 'fight' between Delhi and LucknowAkhilesh Yadav accused BJP governments in UP and at the Centre of a spat, suggesting CM Yogi Adityanath's 'pig' comments targeted Delhi. He pointed out the contradiction between state and central..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Political opportunism in Maha Kumbh': SP's Akhilesh Yadav counters UP CM Yogi Adityanath's 'vultures' jibe at oppositionSamajwadi Party's Akhilesh Yadav criticized Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath's comments on the Maha Kumbh stampede, which resulted in 30 deaths. Yadav emphasized the inappropriate nature of..IndiaTimes - Published | 'SP govt put non-sanatani in charge of Kumbh Mela': UP CM Yogi slams Akhilesh over Maha Kumbh remarkUP CM Yogi Adityanath criticized Akhilesh Yadav's remarks on the Maha Kumbh and questioned the appointment of Azam Khan. Adityanath highlighted the successful organization of the Kumbh, involvement of..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Is '21 million dollars' from US part of BJP's trillion-dollar narrative?': Akhilesh Yadav on Trump's remarkAkhilesh Yadav questions the BJP government's $5 trillion economy claim while hinting at foreign influence in India's governance. Simultaneously, Donald Trump alleges USAID funding to India to boost..IndiaTimes - Published | Akhilesh Yadav's 'Shami' taunt at Yogi Adityanath: 'Has cricketer's name also been changed?'Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticized UP CM Yogi Adityanath for mentioning cricketer Mohammed Shami's alleged holy dip at Maha Kumbh. Yadav's jab was a response to Adityanath's ongoing..IndiaTimes - Published |
'UP CM careless towards education': Akhilesh on Yogi's remark on UrduSamajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticizes Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath for the state's educational issues, pointing out the closure of 11 lakh primary schools, most in UP. SP leader Mata..IndiaTimes - Published | 'BJP govt failed to protect women's honour at Maha Kumbh': Akhilesh YadavAkhilesh Yadav criticized the BJP-led UP government for failing to protect women's dignity during the Maha Kumbh and condemned the online sale of women's photos. He questioned the government's..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Gift sone ki zanjeer': Akhilesh's jibe at PM Modi's US visit amid deportation rowSamajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticized Prime Minister Modi's upcoming US visit following the deportation of over 100 Indian immigrants by the Trump administration. Yadav suggested gifting a..IndiaTimes - Published | Maha Kumbh 2025: Prayagraj Raj Sangam station to remain closed from Feb 9 to 14Prayagraj Raj Sangam station will be closed for passengers from February 9 to 14 due to the Maha Kumbh. Trains will continue to operate from nearby stations. Akhilesh Yadav criticized the UP..IndiaTimes - Published |
'EC is dead': SP chief Akhilesh Yadav accuses BJP of rigging Milkipur bypollIndiaTimes - Published | 'Samajwadi Party presented funeral shroud for EC in Parliament', claims BJP's Sambit PatraBJP MP Sambit Patra criticized the Samajwadi Party for presenting a 'funeral shroud' for the Election Commission in Parliament, calling it a blow to democracy. SP leader Akhilesh Yadav had earlier..IndiaTimes - Published |
'RSS wants to erase history': Rahul Gandhi, Akhilesh Yadav at DMK student wing protest against UGC draft rulesRahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav participated in a protest against the UGC draft rules, accusing the RSS of eradicating diverse histories and imposing their own ideology. They criticized the National..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Election Commission is dead, have to gift them white cloth': Akhilesh Yadav alleges electoral misconduct in Milkipur bypollsAkhilesh Yadav accused BJP of electoral misconduct in the Milkipur bypolls, alleging voter suppression and malpractice with police assistance. He criticized the Election Commission's inaction, while..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Supari against Sanatan': UP CM Yogi Adityanath accuses Kharge, Akhilesh of 'taking payoffs' over Maha Kumbh stampede remarksUttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath accuses Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and SP chief Akhilesh Yadav of conspiring against Sanatan Dharma amid allegations of underreporting Maha Kumbh stampede..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Engines colliding': Akhilesh Yadav's jibe at Uttar Pradesh government over Maha Kumbh stampedeSamajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticized the Uttar Pradesh government for the Maha Kumbh stampede, alleging fudging of casualty numbers. He called for an all-party meeting and demanded that..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Not a very big incident': BJP MP Hema Malini on Maha Kumbh stampedeBJP MP Hema Malini downplayed the Maha Kumbh stampede, which resulted in 30 deaths, as exaggerated despite criticism of mismanagement from opposition leaders. SP MP Akhilesh Yadav and Rahul Gandhi have..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Hindus have lost lives': Akhilesh Yadav says Maha Kumbh stampede issue more important than BudgetSamajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has criticized the handling of the Maha Kumbh stampede, which resulted in 30 deaths, stating it is more pressing than the Union Budget 2025. Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Govt is hiding numbers': Akhilesh Yadav on Maha Kumbh stampede tollAkhilesh Yadav accuses the Uttar Pradesh government of hiding the true death toll from the Maha Kumbh stampede to avoid compensation payouts. The tragic incident resulted in 30 deaths and 60 injuries,..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Don't waste a single vote': In Akhilesh Yadav's call to elect AAP in Delhi, a subtle message for CongressSamajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav campaigned for AAP in the upcoming Delhi elections. He urged voters to support Arvind Kejriwal's party to defeat BJP. Akhilesh's support highlights a strategy..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Narrow thinking of BJP': Shehzad Poonawalla slammed over surname abuse at AAP's Rituraj Jha on TVSamajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav and AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal criticized BJP's Shehzad Poonawalla for allegedly abusing AAP MLA Rituraj Jha during a live show. They condemned the remarks as..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Might be that Akhilesh likes their excise policy': Sandeep Dikshit targets SP on extending support to AAPCongress leader Sandeep Dixit questions Akhilesh Yadav's support for AAP in the Delhi Assembly elections, suggesting it may be influenced by AAP's policies. Akhilesh stated that supporting AAP is..IndiaTimes - Published |
UP CM Yogi, SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav extend birthday greetings to BSP supremo MayawatiUttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya, Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav and other BJP leaders extended heartfelt greetings to Bahujan Samaj Party..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Goal to defeat BJP': Akhilesh Yadav backs AAP over Congress for Delhi electionsSamajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav announced support for Aam Aadmi Party over Congress in upcoming Delhi elections, emphasizing that regional parties strong against BJP should be backed. The decision..IndiaTimes - Published |
Delhi elections: AAP vs Congress gets bigger and bitter; BJP takes potshotsArvind Kejriwal accuses Congress and BJP of secretly collaborating as the battle for Delhi intensifies. While Kejriwal defends his governance, Rahul Gandhi criticizes AAP's unfulfilled promises. BJP..IndiaTimes - Published | 'INDIA bloc is strong but ... ': Congress leader Sachin Pilot amid clash with AAP in Delhi pollsCongress leader Sachin Pilot affirms the strength of the INDIA bloc, despite the Congress and AAP contesting against each other in Delhi elections. He acknowledges the alliance will adopt varied stands..IndiaTimes - Published |
'INDIA alliance is intact': Akhilesh Yadav reassures amid feud speculationsAmid speculation of internal discord within INDIA alliance, Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav denies any rift, asserting the alliance's unity. Contrasting opinions emerge from within, with some..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Must be excavated': Akhilesh Yadav claims 'shivling' under UP CM's houseIn a press conference, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav said there might be a Shivling at the Uttar Pradesh chief minister's residence, amid ongoing excavation in Sambhal district. This remark came..IndiaTimes - Published |
