The Economic Times

On Akhilesh's birthday, SP workers portray him as Lord Krishna; BJP demands apology

Samajwadi Party workers celebrated Akhilesh Yadav's birthday by unveiling a poster depicting him as Lord Krishna holding the Constitution. Party leaders stated this symbolised Yadav's commitment to justice and righteousness. The BJP criticised the act as an insult to Sanatan Dharma and demanded an apology, accusing the SP of religious appeasement. Workers also performed a 'havan' praying for justice and righteousness to prevail in society.