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Akhilesh dares CM Yogi to contest from Ayodhya in assembly election
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· October 8, 2026
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Key points The SP leader made this dare while discussing the development of Ayodhya. A challenge has been issued to CM Yogi to contest from Ayodhya in an upcoming assembly election by Akhilesh.
A challenge has been issued to CM Yogi to contest from Ayodhya in an upcoming assembly election by Akhilesh. The SP leader made this dare while discussing the development of Ayodhya.
Akhilesh has promised to accelerate growth in Ayodhya. He alleged that the BJP has allowed rampant demolition in the name of development.
Further details about the allegations and the development plans are available from the source. The exchange highlights the political dynamics at play in the lead-up to the election.
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