
Akhilesh Yadav, in Lok Sabha, says Sambhal violence was pre-planned, aimed at disturbing communal harmony
The Hindu
Akhilesh Yadav accuses BJP of planned violence in Sambhal, threatening communal harmony and Ganga-Jamuni tehzeeb.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday (December 3, 2024) claimed the violence in Sambhal in Uttar Pradesh was well-planned and aimed at disturbing communal harmony in a place that has long been a symbol of brotherhood.
He also claimed that the court-ordered survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid could hurt the “Ganga-Jamuni tehzeeb” of the country.
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Raising the issue during the Zero Hour in the Lok Sabha, the MP from Kannauj said Sambhal is known for its brotherhood and this "well-planned" violence has impacted that harmony.
"The incident that took place was a planned conspiracy. The BJP and its allies have been talking about digging and their repeated talks of digging (the area) will hurt the Ganga-Jamuni tehzeeb of the country," Mr. Yadav said.
He alleged the Sambhal administration acted in haste and demanded suspension of the officers concerned and filing of a case against them.
"This government doesn't respect the Constitution," the SP leader charged.

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