Yogi Aditynath's Comments on Roadside Namaz Trigger Sharp Opposition Response

A political controversy has erupted after Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath made strong remarks against offering namaz on roads and public spaces. The Chief Minister said roads are meant for public movement and suggested that prayers should be conducted in shifts if space is limited. His comments triggered sharp reactions from opposition leaders, including Abu Azmi and Waris Pathan, who accused the BJP government of targeting one community and questioned the language used by the Chief Minister.