Priyanka Chaturvedi Slams CM Yogi Over UP Governance and 10-Year Track Record
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader and former Rajya Sabha MP Priyanka Chaturvedi has launched a scathing attack on Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, questioning his administration's governance and decade-long track record. Responding to the Chief Minister's remarks linking political opposition to past violence and mafia patronage, Chaturvedi asserted that the ruling administration cannot continue pointing fingers at previous regimes after holding power in the state for ten consecutive years.
Accountability in Uttar Pradesh and Public Mandate
Targeting the state government's claims, Priyanka Chaturvedi emphasized that accountability for law, order, and public welfare rests squarely on the current leadership. Referring to the political dynamics witnessed during national elections, she stated that the public had already signaled their mood during the Lok Sabha polls, warning that failing to meet the expectations of the people of Uttar Pradesh would lead to similar electoral consequences in the upcoming state assembly elections. She urged leaders to focus on tangible development and governance achievements rather than diverting public attention through political rhetoric.
Remarks on US Tariffs, Russian Oil, and Energy Independence
Shifting focus to international affairs, Chaturvedi addressed recent developments concerning United States trade policies and India's energy imports. Commenting on the US Senate introducing a bill regarding tariffs on Russian oil purchases, she criticized external pressure on India's sovereign economic choices. She stressed that India's energy security and bilateral relationships must remain strictly independent, free from foreign coercion, and called for greater transparency in India-US trade negotiations amid conflicting statements from American political bodies.
Stance on Student Protests in Jharkhand
Addressing ongoing student agitations in Jharkhand, the Shiv Sena (UBT) leader emphasized the need for administrative sensitivity and immediate dialogue. She asserted that legitimate student demands must be addressed transparently and accountably, free from partisan politics. Chaturvedi maintained that the collective power of the nation's youth should be protected and unified across political lines rather than fragmented for narrow political gains.
