Akhilesh Yadav Slams UP Government Over Codeine Syrup Scam, Demands Bulldozer Action

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav hit out at the UP government over the codeine cough syrup scam, questioned selective action, demanded strict punishment for accused, and highlighted the international drug network endangering children’s lives.

Post Published By: Karan Sharma

Updated : 20 December 2025, 2:28 PM IST

Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav addresses a press conference in Lucknow

Lucknow: Samajwadi Party (SP) national president and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav addressed a crucial press conference at the party office in Lucknow on Saturday. ​​

During the press conference, he not only spoke openly on political issues but also launched a strong counterattack on the government regarding the allegations related to the codeine cough syrup case.

Honoring Former Military Officers

Before the press conference, Akhilesh Yadav honored several former military officers by presenting them with shawls. He said that it is the duty of every government and political party to honor the soldiers and officers who contribute to the security of the country.

This felicitation ceremony reflects the SP's ideology, which places national service and sacrifice above all else.

Clarification and Counter-Attack on the Codeine Cough Syrup Case

In recent days, a photograph of Akhilesh Yadav with an accused in the codeine cough syrup case had sparked intense political discussions.

Responding to this, he said that if having a picture with an accused is a crime, then similar pictures exist with the Chief Minister, Deputy Chief Minister, and several other leaders. He termed it a politically motivated attempt to defame him.

Key Statements by Akhilesh Yadav at Lucknow Press Conference

➡️ A constable dismissed in 2006 for gold robbery has now been caught in the cough syrup case.
➡️ The fake cough syrup racket is an international scam worth thousands of crores.
➡️ Those involved in this illegal trade… pic.twitter.com/PrH5r7PjJb

— Dynamite News (@DynamiteNews_) December 20, 2025

Demand for Bulldozer Action Against Accused

Akhilesh Yadav directly questioned the Yogi government, asking why bulldozer action is not being taken against the accused in the codeine cough syrup case if the government truly follows a "zero tolerance" policy against crime.

He demanded that the strictest possible action be taken against those involved in this illegal business.

International Network and the Issue of Children's Lives

The SP chief stated that the fake codeine cough syrup case is not limited to Uttar Pradesh but has links to Nepal, Bangladesh, and other countries.

SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav (Image Source: Internet)

He said that it is an international racket worth thousands of crores of rupees, where children's lives have been put at risk for the sake of profit. He also reminded us that a constable dismissed in a 2006 gold robbery case was also found to be involved in this gang.

Questioning BJP's Ideology and Competence

Akhilesh Yadav attacked the BJP, saying that the party is dominated by power and dominance, not competence. He remarked sarcastically that in the BJP, the criterion for determining positions is not competence, but proximity to power.

In this press conference, while Akhilesh Yadav sent a positive message by honoring ex-servicemen, he also raised questions about the government's role in serious issues like the availability of codeine cough syrup.

He stressed that the Samajwadi Party will continue to demand strict action against crime and corruption, regardless of who the accused are.