Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav drew criticism from Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders for his comments over spending on diyas and candles during Diwali celebrations.

In an apparent reference to expenses by the Uttar Pradesh government during Diwali, Akhilesh Yadav said on Saturday that a lesson should be learnt from places abroad where, during Christmas, the entire city remains illuminated for months.

He asked, "Why are there repeated expenses on lamps and candles and put so much thought into it? What can we expect from this government; such governments should be removed. We will make sure that there are more beautiful lights...," Akhilesh Yadav said while responding to a question on Deepotsav celebrations..

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