Bulletproof Politics: The Uttar Pradesh Election Preparations That Raise More Questions Than Answers The news that 52 leaders, including Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and opposition stalwarts Akhilesh Yadav and Mayawati, have been provided bulletproof jackets ahead of the upcoming assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh, has raised eyebrows.
The cost of these bespoke security measures is reportedly around Rs 10 lakh each, adding to a significant expense for a state already grappling with economic woes.
This development raises questions about the politicians' priorities. Do they value their own safety above that of the citizens they serve?