UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath alleges Samajwadi Party leaders’ links to the codeine cough syrup racket, announces SIT probe, and takes a sharp jibe at Akhilesh Yadav during the UP Assembly Winter Session.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday launched a strong attack on the Samajwadi Party (SP) over the alleged codeine-based cough syrup nexus, claiming that early findings of the investigation point towards links between the accused and SP leaders.

Responding to a query, CM Yogi said that individuals arrested by the Special Task Force (STF) and the Uttar Pradesh Police have political connections that are now coming to light. He asserted that as the probe advances, the extent of the alleged involvement would become clearer.

SIT Probing Entire Nexus: CM Yogi

The Chief Minister confirmed that a state-level Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been constituted to investigate the case thoroughly. The SIT includes senior officials from the Uttar Pradesh Police and the Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA).

“Every financial transaction related to this racket will be investigated. The probe will reveal who received money, how the network operated, and who all were involved,” CM Yogi said, adding that no guilty person would be spared.

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Poetic Jibe at Akhilesh Yadav

Taking a swipe at SP chief Akhilesh Yadav, CM Yogi used a poetic analogy to underline his accusation, saying: “Yahi kasoor main baar-baar karta raha, dhool chehre par thi, aaina saaf karta raha.”

He implied that instead of addressing internal issues, the opposition was attempting to deflect attention by raising allegations against others.

Illegal Syrup Trade Curbed After Arrests

Addressing the media, the Chief Minister said that action was initiated after multiple complaints surfaced regarding the sale of toxic and illegal cough syrups at various locations across the state. He added that large-scale smuggling was also detected, which was later controlled following coordinated enforcement efforts.

Several arrests have been made so far, and the investigation is ongoing.

UP Assembly Winter Session: Focus on Vande Mataram

Speaking about the Uttar Pradesh Assembly Winter Session, CM Yogi announced that a special discussion would be held to mark 150 years of “Vande Mataram.” He described the debate as historically significant and said the government is open to discussing all issues raised by the opposition.

During an all-party meeting held a day earlier, the Chief Minister assured leaders that every matter would be taken up democratically on the floor of the House.

CM Yogi Supports SIR Drive in UP

On the issue of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, CM Yogi said the exercise is vital for strengthening democracy and ensuring transparency. He informed that nearly 75 percent of the revision work has already been completed in Uttar Pradesh.