Lucknow – In a sharp political critique, All India Jamaat President Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi has targeted Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav, accusing him and his party of seeking Muslim votes while remaining silent on issues affecting the community. The remarks came in the wake of the arrest and subsequent release of Ashoka University professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad, who had been jailed over a controversial social media post.
Maulana Razvi, in his statement, alleged that although Muslims have consistently supported the Samajwadi Party in both Lok Sabha and Assembly elections, the party leadership has failed to stand by them on critical matters. “When it comes to raising a voice for Muslims, Akhilesh Yadav falls silent,” Razvi stated.
Accusations of Inaction on Controversial Remarks
Further intensifying his criticism, Razvi pointed to an incident involving senior SP leader Prof. Ram Gopal Yadav, who allegedly made inappropriate remarks about two female officers – Colonel Sophia Qureshi and Commander Vyomika Singh. Razvi questioned Akhilesh Yadav’s continued silence on the matter. “Why has the party chief not taken any action? Why this silence on an issue that demands accountability?” he asked.
“Muslim Voters Are Waking Up,” Says Razvi
Highlighting what he sees as political opportunism, Maulana Razvi remarked, “Akhilesh Yadav is quick to strategize behind closed doors, but when injustice is done to Muslims, even his social media account goes silent.” He warned that the Muslim electorate is becoming increasingly aware and will consider such actions — or the lack thereof — before extending political support in the future.
The Mahmudabad Case: A Trigger for Discontent
The row gained momentum following the arrest of Ali Khan Mahmudabad, a professor at Ashoka University, over a Facebook post. He was initially sent to jail by a local court before being granted bail by the Supreme Court. The case has sparked outrage among civil rights groups and sections of the academic community, with critics calling it a blow to free speech.
Razvi used the incident to underscore what he claims is a pattern of neglect from the Samajwadi Party when Muslims are at the center of legal or social controversies. His comments signal growing frustration among sections of the Muslim community with parties that traditionally rely on their electoral backing but allegedly fall short when it comes to defending their rights.
As political temperatures rise ahead of upcoming elections, Maulana Razvi’s remarks could further complicate SP’s efforts to retain its traditional voter base.
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