Mayawati Criticizes UP Government Over Police Recruitment Process

In a recent statement, Mayawati, the leader of the Bahujan Samaj Party, criticized the Uttar Pradesh government's police recruitment drive, claiming it has been overstated. She highlighted the importance of fairness and transparency in the process, questioning whether all communities received their due rights and proper training. Mayawati recalled her own government's efforts to create new positions for honest recruitment, contrasting it with the current situation. The remarks come after a ceremony where over 60,000 constables were appointed, with assurances from Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding the integrity of the recruitment process. This article delves into the implications of her statements and the ongoing discussions surrounding police hiring in the state.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 18, 2025, 11:35 IST

Mayawati's Critique of Police Recruitment in Uttar Pradesh

Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) leader Mayawati expressed her discontent with the Uttar Pradesh government's recent police recruitment drive, labeling it as a routine procedure that has been unnecessarily exaggerated.

In a post on 'X', Mayawati remarked that the recent recruitment of constables in Uttar Pradesh was being portrayed as something novel, despite such hiring being a standard practice aimed at preventing backlogs within the police department. She raised concerns about whether all communities received their rightful share in this recruitment and questioned the adequacy of their training.

She further stated that during her tenure as Chief Minister, her government had established a just environment of 'rule of law' by creating 120,000 new positions to ensure honest police recruitment, benefiting all sections of society without discrimination, a situation that has significantly diminished now.

On Sunday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath presented appointment letters to over 60,000 newly recruited constables in Lucknow. During the ceremony held at the Defence Expo ground, Amit Shah wished the newly appointed 60,244 constables a bright future, emphasizing that no one had to pay a bribe for their positions.

He stated, 'What matters more than the number is the integrity of the process. I assure you that no one had to pay a single paisa in bribes. This recruitment was conducted transparently, without any expenses, recommendations, or caste-based considerations. Out of 4.8 million applicants, you all have emerged based on your merit, which is an unparalleled achievement for any administration.'