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Akhilesh Yadav

Akhilesh Yadav is an Indian politician and the incumbent Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh. He became the Chief Minister in March 2012 and became the youngest Chief Minister, holding the post at the age of 38. Akhilesh Yadav played an important role in the 2012 assembly elections for Samajwadi Party. Akhilesh Yadav belongs to one of the politically most active families with his father being the former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Mulayam Singh Yadav, his uncle Ram Gopal Yadav and Shivpal Singh Yadav as well as his cousin Dharmendra Yadav all being actively involved in politics. Akhilesh Yadav has been actively involved in politics since 2000 and is known for development in rural life and working for the welfare of the poor farmers as well as the other weaker sections of the society. He is known to be one of the young faces in Samajwadi Party as well as in Indian politics.Born on 1st July 1973, in a village called Saifai in Etawah district of Uttar Pradesh, Akhilesh completed his schooling at Dholpur Military School in Rajasthan. His father Mulayam Singh Yadav is the founder of Samajwadi Party and a former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh. Akhileshs mother name is Malti Devi. After the completion of his schooling in Rajasthan, he acquired a Bachelors and Masters degree course in Civil Engineering from Mysore University and later studied at the University of Sydney holding the degree in Environmental Engineering. Akhilesh Yadav is an engineer, agriculturist and a socio-political worker by profession. Akhilesh Yadav entered into politics as a member of Lok Sabha and he received his first success from Kannauj constituency in 2000. Thereafter he also won the Lok Sabha elections for the next two consecutive terms. Akhilesh Yadav has been the member in Civil Supplies as well as in Food and Public Distribution committee. He served as the member of Committee of Ethic from 2000 to 2001 and as a member of the Committee on Environment and forest as well as the Committee on Social Science and Technologies from 2002 to 2004. In the 2004 elections for the 14th Lok Sabha, he was re elected for a second term. During the second term as a member of Lok Sabha, he held the membership in Committee on Urban Development, Committee on Estimates, Committee on Provision of Computers to various departments. In the 15th Lok Sabha elections of 2009, he got re elected for the third consecutive term and from 2009 to 2012, he served as the member of Committee on Environment and Forests, Committee on Science & Technology and the JPC on the 2G spectrum scam. On 10th March 2012, he was appointed as the leader of the Samajwadi Party in Uttar Pradesh. In the 2012 legislative assembly elections of Uttar Pradesh, the party registered a victory with a clear majority in the house and formed the government in the state .For the first time, SP was head of the UP government for full 5 years. This was expected as the fifth term of Mulayam Singh Yadav as the Chief Minister but he selected Akhilesh Yadav as the new Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh. Akhilesh Yadav also became the youngest Chief Minister Uttar Pradesh ever had. On 2nd May 2012, he resigned as Member of the 15th Lok Sabha to become Member of Legislative Council in the state of Uttar Pradesh.Married to Dimple Yadav on 24th November 1999, the couple has two daughters Aditi and Tina and a son Arjun. Akhilesh Yadavs wife is also a politician. Akhilesh Yadavs government came into controversy during the Muzaffarnagar riots in which the clashes between Hindu and Muslim communities in August-September 2013 led to the death of atleast 9 people and 34 injured. An indefinite curfew was also imposed by the state government. The riot has been described as the worst violence in Uttar Pradesh in recent history. The Supreme Court blamed the state government for such a situation. This was also the first time in 20 years when the army was deployed in the state. By 17th September, the curfew was lifted and the army was withdrawn from the riot affected areas. Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav blamed political conspiracy behind the riots and also warned of strict actions against those found guilty. Jobs were announced to the kins of the people who were killed in the riots. Akhilesh Kumar is recognized by his party for his contribution in the campaigning of the party during the Vidhan Sabha election and Akhilesh Yadavs innovative style during the campaign became very popular among the young voters. Akhilesh has a keen interest in football and cricket and his favorite pastimes include reading, listening to music and watching films. Akhilesh Yadav is also expected to be the face of Samajwadi Pary in the upcoming legislative elections in Uttar Pradesh in 2017.

Samajwadi Party Will Support Mamata Banerjee's TMC In Upcoming West Bengal Polls, Confirms Akhilesh Yadav
India.com News Desk | January 18, 2021 7:27 PM IST
West Bengal Assembly Elections 2021: Addressing a rally, Banerjee said she is not worried about
Samajwadi Party Will Support Mamata Banerjee's TMC In Upcoming West Bengal Polls, Confirms Akhilesh Yadav
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2021-01-18T08:27:22+00:00
2021-01-18T09:38:42+00:00
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"It’s BJP’s Vaccine, Can’t Trust…Won’t Take The Shot," Says SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav
India.com News Desk | January 2, 2021 5:25 PM IST
"How can I trust the vaccine, which will be used for vaccination by the BJP? We cannot get
"It’s BJP’s Vaccine, Can’t Trust…Won’t Take The Shot," Says SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav
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2021-01-02T06:25:28+00:00
2021-01-02T07:01:08+00:00
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Will Forge Alliance With Samajwadi Party To Defeat BJP In 2022 UP Polls, Says PSP Chief Shivpal Yadav
India.com News Desk | November 19, 2020 8:43 PM IST
Earlier, Shivpal Yadav had said his party could ally with the SP if it gets an adequate number of
Will Forge Alliance With Samajwadi Party To Defeat BJP In 2022 UP Polls, Says PSP Chief Shivpal Yadav
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2020-11-19T09:43:41+00:00
2020-11-19T09:43:41+00:00
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Won’t Make Alliance With Any Major Parties: Akhilesh Yadav on 2022 UP Assembly Polls
India.com News Desk | November 14, 2020 4:47 PM IST
The party chief further hinted on a possible electoral tie-up with his estranged uncle's
Won’t Make Alliance With Any Major Parties: Akhilesh Yadav on 2022 UP Assembly Polls
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2020-11-14T05:47:36+00:00
2020-11-14T08:16:34+00:00
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UP Bypolls Results Latest Updates: BJP Bagss 6 Out of 7 Seats, SP Retains 1 as Counting Concludes
India.com News Desk | November 10, 2020 10:29 AM IST
The Bharatiya Janata Party has won 6 out the 7 Assembly seats, including Bulandshahr, Bangarmau,
UP Bypolls Results Latest Updates: BJP Bagss 6 Out of 7 Seats, SP Retains 1 as Counting Concludes
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2020-11-09T23:29:09+00:00
2020-11-10T10:59:18+00:00
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Veteran Samajwadi Party Leader And Former MLC Mulayam Singh Yadav Passes Away
India.com News Desk | October 5, 2020 1:00 PM IST
Speaking to reporters, his grandson Gaurav Yadav said that he had recently returned home from a
Veteran Samajwadi Party Leader And Former MLC Mulayam Singh Yadav Passes Away
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2020-10-05T02:00:31+00:00
2020-10-05T03:47:07+00:00
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Hathras Gangrape Case: UP CM Says Govt Committed to Women Safety, Akhilesh Seeks FIR Against DM, SP | Top Points
India.com News Desk | October 2, 2020 4:13 PM IST
Hathras Gangrape Case: Taking to Twitter, he said that the accused in the case will get such
Hathras Gangrape Case: UP CM Says Govt Committed to Women Safety, Akhilesh Seeks FIR Against DM, SP | Top Poi
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2020-10-02T05:13:19+00:00
2020-10-02T05:13:19+00:00
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Hathras Gang Rape Case: Victim's Death Triggers Protest; Politicos, Activists Demand Death Penalty For Accused
India.com News Desk | September 30, 2020 12:01 AM IST
From Priyanka Gandhi to Akhilesh Yadav, opposition leaders as well as Bhim Army activists have
Hathras Gang Rape Case: Victim's Death Triggers Protest; Politicos, Activists Demand Death Penalty For Accuse
indiacom
2020-09-29T13:01:14+00:00
2020-09-29T13:01:14+00:00
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NEET Begins Amid Strict COVID Protocols | Nishank Wishes Luck to Students, Akhilesh Attacks Govt Over Medical Aspirants' Suicides
India.com News Desk | September 13, 2020 9:58 AM IST
Samajwadi party (SP) leader Akhilesh Yadav launched a scathing attack on the Centre over the
NEET Begins Amid Strict COVID Protocols | Nishank Wishes Luck to Students, Akhilesh Attacks Govt Over Medical
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2020-09-12T22:58:41+00:00
2020-09-12T23:10:20+00:00
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Mission 2022: Samajwadi Party Launches YouTube Channel Called 'Bicycle TV' to Expand Reach
IANS | September 1, 2020 6:19 PM IST
The move is apparently aimed at preparing for virtual campaigning if the Covid-19 pandemic
Mission 2022: Samajwadi Party Launches YouTube Channel Called 'Bicycle TV' to Expand Reach
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2020-09-01T07:19:03+00:00
2020-09-01T07:20:17+00:00
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Vikas Dubey Encounter: Akhilesh Yadav Claims Google Maps Can 'Track' Accident, Twitter Can't Stop Laughing
India.com Viral News Desk | July 14, 2020 3:20 PM IST
He also said that an investigation needs to be done soon or all the data on Google Maps will
Vikas Dubey Encounter: Akhilesh Yadav Claims Google Maps Can 'Track' Accident, Twitter Can't Stop Laughing
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2020-07-14T04:20:42+00:00
2020-07-14T04:23:07+00:00
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SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav Left Elated as Daughter Aditi Yadav Scores 98% in ISC Board Exams, Tweets Congratulations
India.com Viral News Desk | July 12, 2020 11:30 AM IST
Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav swells with pride as he congratulated his daughter Aditi
SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav Left Elated as Daughter Aditi Yadav Scores 98% in ISC Board Exams, Tweets Congratulat
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2020-07-12T00:30:38+00:00
2020-07-12T00:30:38+00:00
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'Goondaraj in UP': Opposition Targets Yogi Government After 8 Policemen Killed in Kanpur
India.com News Desk | July 3, 2020 1:51 PM IST
Samajwadi Party, Bahujan Samaj Party and the Congress lashed at the ruling BJP over the horrific
'Goondaraj in UP': Opposition Targets Yogi Government After 8 Policemen Killed in Kanpur
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2020-07-03T02:51:39+00:00
2020-07-03T02:51:39+00:00
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Mayawati, Akhilesh Yadav, Kejriwal to Skip Sonia Gandhi's Mega Opposition Meet on Friday: Here's Why
India.com News Desk | May 21, 2020 10:18 PM IST
Speculations are that while their ideologies inclined towards the Congress, the three leaders have
Mayawati, Akhilesh Yadav, Kejriwal to Skip Sonia Gandhi's Mega Opposition Meet on Friday: Here's Why
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2020-05-21T11:18:34+00:00
2020-05-21T11:18:34+00:00
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Akhilesh Expresses Confidence, Says ‘Palm Reader Predicted That SP Will Form Govt in 2022 UP Assembly Polls'
India.com News Desk | March 15, 2020 7:03 PM IST
"If the BJP can spread lies and win 300 seats, then we through our honest hard work can win 351
Akhilesh Expresses Confidence, Says ‘Palm Reader Predicted That SP Will Form Govt in 2022 UP Assembly Polls
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2020-03-15T08:03:52+00:00
2020-03-15T08:04:11+00:00
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‘Withdraw my Security Cover,’ Akhilesh Yadav Tells BJP After Facing Threat to Life
India.com News Desk | February 18, 2020 9:26 PM IST
Saying that he wants to live freely, he asked how a local intelligence inspector came to his press
‘Withdraw my Security Cover,’ Akhilesh Yadav Tells BJP After Facing Threat to Life
indiacom
2020-02-18T10:26:14+00:00
2020-02-18T10:26:14+00:00
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'Facing Threat From a BJP Leader,' Claims Akhilesh Yadav After Youth Interrupts His Speech at Rally
India.com News Desk | February 16, 2020 12:58 PM IST
The SP chief was speaking about inflation at a rally in Kannauj when he was interrupted by a youth
'Facing Threat From a BJP Leader,' Claims Akhilesh Yadav After Youth Interrupts His Speech at Rally
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2020-02-16T01:58:43+00:00
2020-02-16T01:58:43+00:00
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'Decide Time and Place,' Mayawati, Akhilesh Accept Amit Shah's Challenge For Public Debate on CAA
India.com News Desk | January 22, 2020 9:52 PM IST
While addressing a pro-Citizenship rally in Lucknow, Amit Shah had thrown an open challenge at
'Decide Time and Place,' Mayawati, Akhilesh Accept Amit Shah's Challenge For Public Debate on CAA
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2020-01-22T10:52:58+00:00
2020-01-22T10:52:58+00:00
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Akhilesh Yadav's Daughter Joins Anti-CAA Protesters at Lucknow's Clock Tower
IANS | January 21, 2020 2:08 PM IST
14-year-old Tina Yadav reached the Clock Tower on Sunday, where hundreds of women were sitting on
Akhilesh Yadav's Daughter Joins Anti-CAA Protesters at Lucknow's Clock Tower
indiacom
2020-01-21T03:08:43+00:00
2020-01-21T03:08:44+00:00
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Akhilesh Yadav Accuses Doctor of Being 'RSS/BJP Man,' Asks Him to Leave Emergency Ward | Watch
India.com News Desk | January 14, 2020 11:54 AM IST
The SP chief was visiting those injured in the recent Kannauj bus accident. The verbal altercation
Akhilesh Yadav Accuses Doctor of Being 'RSS/BJP Man,' Asks Him to Leave Emergency Ward | Watch
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2020-01-14T00:54:38+00:00
2020-01-14T00:56:08+00:00
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