Wed Apr 16 04:28:44 UTC 2025: ## Samajwadi Party Leader Accuses UP Government of Illegal Mining in Chambal Ravines

**Lucknow, April 16, 2025** – Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav has accused the Uttar Pradesh government of facilitating large-scale illegal mining and environmental destruction in the Chambal ravines of Etawah. In a post on X, Yadav shared a video appearing to show the significant reduction of hills in the area, alleging collusion between officials to allow the removal of entire hills. He questioned the disappearance of hills near the historic Sumer Singh Fort, suggesting they may have been transferred to other regions like Basti and Gorakhpur. Yadav’s statement strongly criticized the BJP government, concluding with the phrase, “In the name of today’s environment, we do not need the BJP!” The former Chief Minister’s accusations highlight concerns over environmental damage and alleged corruption within the state government.

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