Political Drama Unfolds in UP Assembly

In a dramatic turn of events, SP MLA Pooja Pal has become the center of political mania on Twitter today. During the ongoing marathon debate on the Uttar Pradesh Assembly’s “Vision Document 2047”, she publicly praised Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for his decisive action on crime, leading to her swift expulsion from the Samajwadi Party (SP) .

Gratitude That Sparked Controversy

Pooja Pal, whose husband Raju Pal—then BSP MLA—was murdered in 2005, credited the Chief Minister’s zero-tolerance policy for delivering justice in her case. In a candid moment in the Assembly, she said, “The Chief Minister buried my husband’s murderer, Atiq Ahmed,” praising the state’s crackdown on organized crime .

Samajwadi Party Reacts: Loyalty Over Cross-Party Praise

Just hours after her remarks, SP President Akhilesh Yadav issued an expulsion letter citing “anti-party activities” and “serious indiscipline.” Pal was immediately removed from all SP roles, barred from party events, and disinvited from future gatherings .

Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak criticized SP’s decision, calling it anti-women, while party insiders accused Pal of betrayal and supporting a rival’s vision of a “developed India” .

Pooja Pal Fights Back with Real-Life Narrative

In response, Pooja Pal reaffirmed her gratitude wasn’t political but deeply personal—and an overdue acknowledgment of long-delayed justice. She asserted she speaks for “mothers and sisters” who, like her, have suffered due to crime and waited for accountability from the state .

What’s Driving the Twitter Trend?

This controversy has resonated widely on social media, turning Pooja Pal into a trending topic. Her emotional testimony, cross-party praise, and party fallout strike a chord in India’s politics—prompting debates on loyalty, justice, and the ethics of speaking out.

Why This Story Matters

It highlights the emotional weight behind political actions and how personal trauma intersects with public duty.

Shows the limits within party politics regarding cross-party admiration—even when based on justice.

Demonstrates how a moment of real sentiment can spark widespread public engagement and trending discussions.

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