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flag Akhilesh Yadav's criticism of UP's Diwali spending sparked backlash over cultural respect ahead of a record diyas lighting in Ayodhya.

flag Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav sparked controversy by questioning Uttar Pradesh’s spending on Diwali diyas, suggesting India could emulate global Christmas light displays. flag His comments drew sharp rebuke from the BJP and VHP, who accused him of disrespecting Hindu traditions and cultural heritage. flag The criticism intensified ahead of Ayodhya’s ninth Deepotsav, where over 31 lakh diyas will be lit across 56 ghats in a bid for a Guinness World Record, highlighting ongoing political tensions over religious symbolism and public spending.

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