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CM Yogi directs police to file FIR against those trolling Akhilesh Yadav's daughter: 'Never made any distinction'

From Hindustan Times · () English

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  • Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ordered police to file a First Information Report against those who allegedly trolled Akhilesh Yadav's daughter.
  • Adityanath emphasized the need for dignity in public discourse, particularly when referring to family members.
  • The directive came after criticism directed at Yadav's daughter, with the Chief Minister stating no distinction would be made in upholding respect.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed the police to file a First Information Report (FIR) against individuals accused of trolling the daughter of Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav. The directive underscores a call for maintaining dignity in public discourse, especially concerning the families of political figures.

Adityanath stated that no distinction would be made when it comes to respecting the daughters and sisters of others. This intervention follows online criticism directed at Yadav's daughter, prompting the Chief Minister's firm stance on the matter. The order aims to curb such behavior and enforce a higher standard of public interaction.

Never made any distinction

โ€” Yogi AdityanathChief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, regarding the need to uphold dignity when referring to family members.

The Chief Minister's office communicated that Adityanath stressed the importance of respecting women, asserting that such acts of disrespect would not be tolerated. The police have been instructed to take strict action against those found responsible for the online trolling.

called for dignity in public discourse when referring to someone's daughter or sister

โ€” Yogi AdityanathChief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, explaining the rationale behind his directive.
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