Minister Asim Arun Criticizes SP Leader for Insulting Religious Beliefs
Uttar Pradesh Minister Asim Arun condemns SP leader Rajkumar Bhati for disrespecting Hindu beliefs amid political tensions.
Kannauj, October 21 (Daily Kiran) : Uttar Pradesh‘s Social Welfare Minister Asim Arun recently condemned comments made by Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Rajkumar Bhati, accusing him of disrespecting Hindu deities and beliefs. Arun’s remarks were a response to SP president Akhilesh Yadav’s criticisms of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Arun emphasized that while everyone has the right to their faith, disrespecting others’ beliefs is unacceptable. He highlighted the teachings of Lord Buddha, stating that they align with eternal traditions and deserve respect. He affirmed his own reverence for Buddha but asserted that no one should demean another’s faith.
Regarding the upcoming MLC elections, Arun addressed Yadav’s concerns about the BJP’s outreach to voters. He claimed that the SP leader appears uninformed about the election preparations. According to Arun, the BJP has been actively engaging with voters to encourage them to participate in the electoral process.
He explained that BJP workers are not only gathering phone numbers but are also visiting homes to connect with voters. Senior party leaders are also reaching out via phone. Arun criticized the SP for failing to adequately prepare for voter outreach and suggested that Yadav’s questions stem from anxiety about the BJP’s growing influence.
On the allegations by Yadav concerning injustices faced by SP leader Azam Khan, Arun pointed out that investigations into corruption claims against Khan have been conducted by various agencies, including the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). He noted that due legal processes were followed and that Khan had the opportunity to defend himself in court.
Arun also remarked on the increasing support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi among the youth, asserting that since 2014, both national and state elections have seen backing for Modi, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, and the BJP’s “double-engine” government. He accused the SP, Congress, and opposition alliance of engaging in nepotism and expressed confidence that the youth of Uttar Pradesh will continue to support the BJP in the upcoming elections.
