Shaukat Ali Critiques Akhilesh Yadavs Political Strategy Ahead of UP Elections
Shaukat Ali questions Akhilesh Yadavs soft Hindutva approach, asserting a Dalit-Muslim alliance is key to countering BJP in Uttar Pradesh.
Lucknow, November 11 (Daily Kiran) : Shaukat Ali, the president of the AIMIM in Uttar Pradesh, has launched a critique of Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav‘s political strategies as the state gears up for elections. Ali has raised concerns about Yadav’s proposed visit to Ayodhya, arguing that such gestures will not lead to his return to power. He emphasized the necessity of a natural alliance between Dalits and Muslims to effectively challenge the BJP.
Ali referenced the late Kanshi Ram, who believed in the strength of a Dalit-Muslim coalition. He argued that this partnership is crucial for preventing the BJP from maintaining its hold on power. Ali pointed out the inconsistencies in Yadav’s political alliances, particularly the shifting nature of the PDA coalition, which he claims has changed its meaning over time.
Reflecting on the 2017 assembly elections, Ali noted that despite Yadav being the Chief Minister at that time, the alliance with Congress failed to stop the BJP, which secured 325 seats, a significant increase from the 48 seats it held prior. He questioned what could be different now that would enable the opposition to succeed where it previously failed.
Ali also expressed skepticism regarding the repeated predictions of Yadav’s return to power in 2017, 2019, 2022, and now 2024. He pointed out that many members of Yadav’s family have joined the BJP, casting doubt on the effectiveness of his proposed alliances.
On Yadav’s planned visit to the Ram Temple, Ali stated that he has no objection to anyone visiting religious sites according to their beliefs. However, he underscored the importance of the Babri Masjid issue, asserting that the mosque’s significance remains regardless of its physical state.
He highlighted the struggles of leaders like Azam Khan, who fought for the mosque, and noted the shift in Yadav’s political stance over time. Ali concluded by reiterating that while Yadav is free to visit Ayodhya, such actions will not translate into electoral success for the Samajwadi Party. Instead, he believes that their proposed coalition will be instrumental in countering the BJP’s dominance.
