Deaths could have been avoided in Lucknow blaze if authorities had enforced safety norms: Akhilesh
Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav has blamed government negligence for a fatal fire at a coaching center in Lucknow that killed 15 people. He also criticized the management of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, alleging financial irregularities and a lack of respect for religious traditions.
Why it matters
The statement highlights political tensions in Uttar Pradesh, focusing on public safety accountability and the sensitive intersection of religious administration and governance.
Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday (June 24, 2026) alleged that the deaths in the recent Aliganj coaching centre fire accident in Lucknow could have been prevented if authorities had enforced safety norms and responded promptly to emergency calls.
The article focuses on the opposition leader's critique of the ruling government, framing the narrative around government failure and alleged corruption.
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