Pooja Pal Expelled from Samajwadi Party for Praising Yogi Adityanath's Government

The Samajwadi Party has expelled MLA Pooja Pal for actions considered detrimental to the party's image. Pal, who previously expressed gratitude to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for his crime policies, stated that she felt supported in her quest for justice regarding her husband's murder. Her comments have sparked controversy within the party, leading to her expulsion. This incident highlights the ongoing tensions in Uttar Pradesh's political landscape, particularly concerning law and order issues. Read on to discover more about the implications of this decision and Pal's statements.

By Narendra Chaudhary Aug 14, 2025, 16:06 IST

Samajwadi Party Takes Action Against MLA Pooja Pal

On Thursday, the Samajwadi Party announced the expulsion of its MLA Pooja Pal due to her involvement in activities deemed detrimental to the party and for exhibiting indiscipline. The party emphasized that her actions were significantly damaging to its reputation.

Pooja Pal, whose husband Raju Pal was murdered by Atiq Ahmed and his accomplice, expressed her gratitude towards Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for his strict stance on crime, which she believes has enhanced the state's law and order.

She stated, "It is well-known who took my husband's life. I am thankful to the Chief Minister for delivering justice and for listening to me when no one else would."

In her praise for CM Yogi, she remarked, "The Chief Minister has dealt with my husband's killer, Atiq Ahmed, decisively."

She continued, "I raised my voice when I noticed that no one was willing to confront criminals like Atiq Ahmed. When I felt weary from this struggle, CM Yogi Adityanath provided me with the justice I sought."