Archive · 23 Dec 2025
UP CM Denies Deaths from Codeine Syrup
The Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, told the state Assembly that no one has died in the state from using codeine-based cough syrup.
He said the government is taking strict action against those involved and has registered many cases, arrested people, and raided firms.
He also hinted that some people from the Samajwadi Party might be involved.
On the other hand, Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav said the illegal business started from the Prime Minister's area and is very big.
He also called for strict action against everyone involved, no matter which party they belong to.
The opposition staged a walkout after the Chief Minister made remarks they found inappropriate.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath stated no deaths in Uttar Pradesh due to codeine cough syrup.
79 cases registered, 225 accused named, 78 arrested, and 134 firms raided.
Government pursuing the case under the NDPS Act.
CM alleged potential Samajwadi Party involvement as the investigation progresses.
Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav claimed the racket originated from the Prime Minister's constituency and called for strict action.
- Who
- Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav
- What
- A statement denying deaths due to codeine-based cough syrup and allegations of political involvement
- When
- Monday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Uttar Pradesh State Assembly
- Why
- To address concerns and allegations related to the codeine syrup controversy
Samajwadi Party
BJP Government
Origin of the Racket
Samajwadi Party
The illegal business started from the Prime Minister's constituency and is very big.
BJP Government
The biggest wholesaler was given a license by the Samajwadi Party in 2016.
Political Involvement
Samajwadi Party
The government is protecting those involved in the racket.
BJP Government
People associated with the Samajwadi Party are involved in illegal transactions.
- Chief Minister
- Yogi Adityanath
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Cases Registered
- 79
- Accused Named
- 225
- Arrested
- 78
- Raids Conducted
- 134 firms
- Act
- NDPS Act
- Opposition Leader
- Akhilesh Yadav
- Leader of Opposition
- Mata Prasad Pandey
- Parliamentary Affairs Minister
- Suresh Khanna
- SP MLA
- Atul Pradhan
Sources
UP CM Yogi Adityanath Says No Deaths Due to Codeine Syrup
No deaths in UP due to codeine cough syrup: CM Yogi
‘Desh ke andar do namune hain, ek Dilli mein.. ek Lucknow’: UP CM in Assembly, Oppn stages walkout
Yogi Adityanath targets Rahul, Akhilesh in UP assembly: 'Desh ke andar do namune hai,' SP chief responds
UP CM Yogi Adityanath Says 'No Deaths' Due To Codeine Syrup, Warns Of Strict Action Under NDPS Act
UP CM Yogi hints at bulldozer action in Codeine syrup case
Oppn alleges illegal trade of codeine cough syrup, UP govt denies charge in assembly
‘Self-acceptance of internal discord!’: Akhilesh Yadav flips Yogi Adityanath’s ‘two namoone’ jibe on BJP
CM Yogi produces evidence linking codeine syrup trafficking accused to SP
VIDEO: 'No Deaths Linked To Codeine Cough Syrup In UP,' Says CM Yogi Adityanath In Assembly; 79 Cases Registered Under NDPS Act
‘Truth is always bitter’: CM Yogi’s big accusation against Akhilesh Yadav in illegal cough syrup case, and a photo
SIT submits final report on codeine syrup racket, major crackdown and ₹50 lakh seizure in Etah
CM Yogi Adityanath Holds Janta Darshan, Orders Shelter Support and Daily Grievance Redressal
No deaths due to codeine syrup, accused linked to SP: Yogi
UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Presented The Govt's Stance On The Codeine Cough Syrup Case, Saying 'No Culprit Will Escape Punishment'
VIDEO: 'No Deaths In UP Due To Codeine,' Says CM Yogi Adityanath; Slams Samajwadi Party In Assembly
Yogi Adityanath rejects SP demand on codeine cough syrup probe in UP assembly row - Telegraph India
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