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Mahua Moitra’s “Bulldozer Buddhi” Remark Sparks Political Firestorm; Akhilesh Yadav Joins Debate

| Apr 21, 2026, 06:06:13 PM | TOI.in
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The political row over Mahua Moitra’s “Bulldozer Buddhi” remark has intensified after she accused Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath of misattributing a historic quote during a West Bengal rally. The Trinamool Congress also alleged confusion between Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and Swami Vivekananda in the speech. The controversy escalated when Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav joined the criticism, making a veiled reference to name changes under the UP government. The exchange has added fuel to the heated political atmosphere ahead of the West Bengal elections.

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