Lucknow, Aug. 2 -- Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday honoured two artists who play Lord Ram and Lord Hanuman in Ramlila and announced a contribution of Rs 51,000 each as an offering on behalf of the party.

Addressing a press conference in Lucknow, Yadav said, "We have got the opportunity to respect those who have been participating in our culture and traditions by taking part in Ramayana and Ramlila for a long time. All the MLAs and all the senior leaders of our party have honoured these two people today."

"On behalf of the Samajwadi Party and on behalf of all the MLAs, I honour both the artists who are in the form of Shri Ram Ji and Hanuman ji. From my side and from the party's side, we are giving Rs 51,000 to both of...