CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: A Uttar Pradesh government official has resigned from his post to extend support to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath amid the ongoing Shankaracharya-related controversy, drawing political and administrative attention across the state. The official stated that the decision to quit government service was taken voluntarily as a mark of solidarity with the Chief Minister’s position in the matter.
According to sources, the resignation comes at a time when debates and reactions continue over remarks and issues linked to the Shankaracharya row. The former official said he felt morally compelled to step down and openly support what he described as the Chief Minister’s firm stand on issues related to faith, tradition, and public sentiment.
Political reactions to the move have been mixed. Supporters of CM Yogi hailed the resignation as an act of conviction and ideological alignment, while critics questioned the appropriateness of a serving government official taking a political stand. Opposition leaders have sought clarity on the circumstances surrounding the resignation and its implications for administrative neutrality.
The development has added a new dimension to the Shankaracharya row, which has already sparked discussions in political, religious, and social circles. The Uttar Pradesh government has not issued an official statement on the resignation so far, while the issue continues to generate debate statewide.
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