Hamare Apke Raste Alag Alag Ho Gaya’ Akhilesh Yadav Confronts Aniruddhacharya Over Shudra Remark, What Happened Next Will Shock You

Uttar Pradesh, India – A roadside encounter between Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav and the spiritual leader Aniruddhacharya Maharaj is triggering a fierce controversy over caste and the role of religion in society. The incident, recorded on film and widely shared through social media platforms and on the internet, illustrates Yadav asking Aniruddhacharya regarding his use of the word ‘Shudra’ as a reference to casting.
The discussion took place after Yadav was confronting the spiritual guide of his followers in the form of “Pookie Baba,” about castinge-based terms in the speech. Yadav opposed the concept using an instance from the beginning of the time of Lord Krishna and asked him, “What did Krishna’s mother call him the first time?” Aniruddhacharya replied with, “Kanhaiya.”
The debate was centered on the concept of caste and its role in the social and religious debates. Yadav, in his fiery reply, sought to break down the stereotypes that surround caste-based labels in favor of a broader understanding of the cultural tales that reflect harmony. The discussion highlights a persistent issue that is prevalent in Indian society, where the language of caste remains a source of controversy for the public.
The viral video is now popular, attracting a lot of attention and triggering a variety of reactions on social media. A few have praised this exchange as a way to shed light on crucial social issues. However, other people are divided over the approach of Akhilesh Yadav vs Baba. The event highlights the continuing issues surrounding the caste system in contemporary India and the significance of politicians in confronting these issues.
सपा अध्यक्ष @yadavakhilesh पर स्वामी अनिरुद्धाचार्य का तंज।
— SANJAY TRIPATHI (@sanjayjourno) July 16, 2025
बोले – यूपी के पूर्व मुख्यमंत्री मुझसे कहते हैं, आपका रास्ता अलग मेरा अलग, क्योंकि मैंने उनके पूछे गये प्रश्न का उनके मन मुताबिक उत्तर नहीं दिया। वह मुसलमानों से नहीं कहते,, कि तुम्हारा रास्ता अलग मेरा रास्ता अलग।… pic.twitter.com/cJ7F9pHta5
This conversation, though it was based in the casual setting of a roadside, is now reverberating through discussions on social media and media platforms, demonstrating the impact of this conversation on a large scale but also the profound impact of these discussions within Indian society.
About Samajwadi Party
The Samajwadi Party is a major political organization in India, which is active primarily within the State of Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1992, the Party’s philosophy is focused on social justice, inclusiveness as well and the advancement of marginalized communities. Under the direction of Akhilesh Yadav, the Party is continuing its work to tackle problems like caste discrimination and push for more liberal policies throughout the nation and across the state.