Sambhal, Aug. 7 -- Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday accused previous governments of failing to ensure the safety of women and businessmen, claiming that both lived in fear under their rule.

Attacking the opposition, the Uttar Pradesh CM said, "During the previous governments' tenure, there was anarchy. Neither daughters nor businessmen were safe. Today, both are safe, along with every person in the state, apart from the rioters. Mahakaal is showing the real impact on rioters, and they face decline as Uttar Pradesh progresses towards development."

Addressing a public rally in Sambhal, CM Yogi said, "A lot happened with Sambhal after independence... Congress used to carry out genocide in Sambhal, and the Samajwadi ...