**Gorakhpur: Political Spat Intensifies Between BJP’s Ravi Kishan and SP’s Akhilesh Yadav Over GST Claims**
The political rivalry between BJP MP Ravi Kishan and Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has escalated following conflicting statements about the impact of GST reforms on goods pricing.
Speaking in Gorakhpur, actor-turned-politician Ravi Kishan reiterated his claim that GST reforms have led to goods being sold at nearly half their original price. He cited an example of a ₹3,000 jacket now available for ₹1,600 and invited Akhilesh Yadav to visit the local shop alongside him to verify the claim.
However, Akhilesh Yadav dismissed Ravi Kishan’s statement as misleading. Taking to social media, the former Uttar Pradesh chief minister criticized such remarks, implying they showed ignorance if not dishonesty. “These people may not be liars, but they are certainly ignorant,” he wrote, sharing a video clip of Ravi Kishan’s claims.
Akhilesh further suggested that leaders making unrealistic assertions should refrain from speaking. He warned that such falsehoods would soon attract reprimand from Delhi and urged citizens to take these leaders to the market to expose the “unreal” figures they present. According to him, BJP leaders have set a “world record” in spreading misinformation.
Ravi Kishan responded by accusing Akhilesh of being out of touch with the realities faced by the poor. “For the poor, even a ₹10–20 saving is a big relief. You were born with a silver spoon; you can’t understand,” he said.
The BJP MP also predicted that the opposition’s PDA alliance will fail in the 2027 elections. He defended the government’s legal proceedings against Azam Khan, emphasizing that due process is being followed.
The ongoing exchange highlights the deepening political tensions between the BJP and Samajwadi Party ahead of upcoming elections.
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