India, June 28 -- Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday launched a sharp attack on Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav over his promise to develop Ayodhya into a world-class religious city if the SP returns to power in the state. Addressing a public meeting in Hathras, Adityanath said those talking about turning Ayodhya into a religious city should first look at their own history. He accused the Samajwadi Party of opposing the Ram Janmabhoomi movement, ordering firing on Ram devotees and restricting religious events during its tenure. "I was surprised to read Akhilesh Yadav's statement that his government would make Ayodhya a religious city. What will you make of Ayodhya? First look at your own history. It was the Samajwadi Party government that had bullets fired on Ram devotees," the chief minister said.
Adityanath said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Ayodhya today reflects the memories of the Treta Yuga and has become a major centre of attraction for devotees from across the world. He said the city has been transformed through the efforts and devotion of Ram devotees and does not require certification from any political party. The chief minister also took a swipe at Akhilesh Yadav, saying, "Ayodhya has been adorned and developed by Ram devotees. You need not worry about it. Seek repentance and visit Ram Lalla once. Perhaps you may gain wisdom."
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