New Delhi, Feb. 9 -- Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Monday launched a sharp attack on the BJP-led Centre over the newly announced US-India interim trade deal, accusing the government of "handing over India's market to America" and abandoning the spirit of 'Make in India'.

Speaking to ANI, Yadav said the Centre is avoiding debate on core economic issues and added that this is not the time to discuss Veer Savarkar. His remarks came after RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said that conferring the Bharat Ratna on Savarkar would enhance the prestige of the honour.

"The BJP doesn't want to debate fundamental issues. You (the BJP) have given a $500 billion market to America. Their 'Make in India' lion has rusted away. This is not the time to de...