The Aam Aadmi Party’s “Rozgar Do, Samajik Nyay Do” march reached Hathras, where the party intensified its criticism of the Central government, accusing it of shifting focus away from key issues such as employment, education, and social justice.
The ongoing statewide foot march, currently in its fourth phase, is being led by Sanjay Singh, who serves as the party’s Uttar Pradesh in-charge. The march began in Agra on April 3 and is scheduled to conclude in Mathura on April 9.
Addressing the media, Singh alleged that the government, under Narendra Modi, is promoting divisions based on caste and religion instead of addressing pressing public concerns. He stated that the primary objective of the march is to highlight rising unemployment and challenge what he described as divisive politics.
He pointed to growing joblessness among youth in Uttar Pradesh, claiming that graduates from institutions such as the University of Allahabad, University of Lucknow, Aligarh Muslim University, and Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar University are struggling to secure employment. He further alleged that students demanding jobs are facing police action.
Singh also raised concerns about various sections of society, including Asha workers, anganwadi workers, and ‘shiksha mitras’, who are reportedly demanding regularisation of their services. He added that farmers are facing financial difficulties, while street vendors are dealing with eviction drives.
Describing unemployment as the most critical issue in the state, he reiterated the party’s demand for either job creation or a monthly unemployment allowance of ₹10,000.
On the issue of social justice, Singh emphasised the need to eliminate discrimination based on caste and religion. He also criticised the Prime Minister for not addressing issues such as education, healthcare, economic growth, and rising costs during recent public engagements, alleging that political narratives are being driven by identity-based divisions rather than governance priorities.
