Akhilesh Yadav Stands with Rahul Gandhi on China Border Concerns, Blames Government for Parliament Chaos
Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Monday firmly aligned himself with Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi's apprehensions regarding the China border situation. He squarely placed responsibility on the BJP-led NDA government at the center for the disruption in Parliament proceedings, which saw the House adjourned within a mere five minutes of its commencement on Monday morning.
Government Accused of Evading Sensitive Border Discussions
Akhilesh Yadav asserted that it is the government's duty to ensure the smooth functioning of Parliament sessions. Speaking to the media outside the Parliament complex after the adjournment until noon, he suggested, "Perhaps the Centre does not want to discuss the issue of China, which is why it does not want Parliament to function." The SP chief emphasized that the administration is reluctant to address the opposition's persistent inquiries about India's territorial expanse.
"What was the total spread of Indian territory before 2014, and what is it today in 2026? This is a very sensitive border. If the Opposition raises an issue, the government should at least listen and act," Akhilesh declared, highlighting the critical nature of the border dispute.
Infrastructure Deficiencies Along the Line of Actual Control
Focusing on road infrastructure along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), Akhilesh Yadav, who serves as a Lok Sabha MP from Kannauj, revealed that the Samajwadi Party had proposed constructing a six-lane road from Gwalior to the Lipulekh area to bolster logistics for the armed forces. "The six-lane road was not approved. The concerned minister stated that a four-lane road would be laid. Now, we only have a double-lane road with paved shoulders," he explained, raising serious questions about India's border infrastructure compared to China's advancements.
Diversion Tactics and Trade Concerns
When questioned about RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's call for a Bharat Ratna for Savarkar, Akhilesh dismissed it as an attempt to divert attention from the pressing issues raised by the opposition. He further accused the government of avoiding debates on trade imbalances, specifically an 18% tariff imposed by the US on India and India's reciprocal zero percent tariff on US goods.
"The government is handing over India's market to America and abandoning the spirit of 'Make in India'," Akhilesh charged. He questioned the implications of India's commitment to purchase goods worth $500 billion from the US over the next five years, expressing concern for domestic industries and farmers. "Goods are already coming in from China; now US goods will also flood India. What will happen to our own goods, the Indian industry, and our farmers?" he asked, underscoring the potential threats to local economic interests.
