JOURNAL ARTICLE

Akhilesh links rising gold, silver prices to BJP's 'new economic concept of corruption'.

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Abstract

The article discusses claims made by Akhilesh Yadav, the chief of the Samajwadi Party, regarding the rising prices of gold and silver, which he attributes to what he describes as the "corrupt BJP's new economic concept." Yadav argues that the increase in prices is leading to heightened demand for these metals, contrary to traditional economic principles, and suggests that this trend reflects a "solidification of corruption" under the current government. He also links the surge in precious metal prices to an increase in crime rates, asserting that it places additional strain on an already weakened police system. The article notes that silver prices recently surpassed Rs 3 lakh per kilogram, while gold prices also reached record highs. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:India Together. 2026/01, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Political Science
  • Publication Date:2026
  • Accession Number:190992125
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