Yogi Adityanath: As Maharashtra and Jharkhand gear up for the crucial 2024 assembly elections, political tensions are rising across both states. The statement by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, “Batoge Toh Katoge, Ek Rahoge Toh Nek Rahoge” (If you divide, you will fall; if you stay united, you will prosper), has stirred a major political debate across multiple states, including Maharashtra and Jharkhand. The statement, made in Agra on August 26, came after the unrest in Bangladesh involving minority communities. Since then, political leaders from different parties, including Hemant Soren, Sharad Pawar, Sanjay Raut, and Tejashwi Yadav, have sharply reacted to the Uttar Pradesh CM's words. Below are the key reactions from various political figures:
Hemant Soren (Jharkhand): BJP Will Be Defeated in Elections
Hemant Soren, the Chief Minister of Jharkhand, strongly responded to Yogi Adityanath's statement during an interview with a news channel. He said, “Here, no one is divided, nor will anyone divide. But through the elections, these BJP people will surely be defeated.” Soren also emphasized that under the leadership of JMM (Jharkhand Mukti Morcha), the India alliance would once again form the government in Jharkhand.
Sharad Pawar (Maharashtra): No Room for Caste-based Divisions
Maharashtra's former Chief Minister and NCP leader, Sharad Pawar, also addressed the controversy. In a statement released on November 9, Pawar remarked, “Elections come and go, but no one should indulge in creating rifts based on caste and community. Such actions are harmful to society.” Sharad Pawar stressed the importance of maintaining unity and peace during the election season, urging political leaders to refrain from divisive rhetoric.
Sanjay Raut (Maharashtra): Such Language is Beyond Understanding
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut criticized CM Yogi’s statement, calling it inappropriate. He said, “Using such language is beyond understanding. People in Maharashtra feel secure, but BJP tries to create a sense of insecurity whenever they come to power here.” Sanjay Raut's statement underscores the growing political firestorm as the Maharashtra 2024 elections draw near.
Balasaheb Thorat (Maharashtra): Congress Doesn't Foster Divisions
Congress leader Balasaheb Thorat also responded to the “Batoge Toh Katoge” slogan. He asserted that “Congress never instigates fights based on religion or caste. BJP, on the other hand, is known for making baseless claims like ‘vote jihad’ and spreading divisive slogans like ‘If you divide, you will fall’.” Thorat's comment emphasized Congress's focus on unity, while criticizing the use of divisive slogans.
Akhilesh Yadav (Uttar Pradesh): SP's Response with ‘Judenge Toh Jeetenge
In Uttar Pradesh, the Samajwadi Party (SP) swiftly responded to Yogi Adityanath's statement with their own slogan: “Judeinge Toh Jeetenge” (If we unite, we will win). SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav, a vocal critic of the UP CM, reiterated that Yogi’s statement was divisive and aimed at causing discord among communities. He emphasized the SP’s focus on unity and collective progress.
Tejashwi Yadav (Bihar): "Such Language is for Thugs"
In Bihar, Tejashwi Yadav, the Leader of Opposition and former Deputy CM, also condemned the “Batoge Toh Katoge” slogan. Yadav called it the language of “rowdies” and said, “Under BJP’s 10 years of rule, the most unemployed people are Hindus, the highest inflation is affecting Hindus, and poverty is hitting them the hardest. BJP is using communal rhetoric to cover up their failures.”
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