Uttar Pradesh cabinet minister Ashish Patel has stirred political circles by threatening to resign amid allegations of corruption linked to promotions in polytechnic colleges. Patel, accused of irregularities in elevating lecturers to Heads of Department (HOD), has strongly denied the charges, calling them baseless and part of a conspiracy to tarnish his image.

In a strong reaction, UP Technical Education Minister and Apna Dal leader Patel has threatened to resign from his position, expressing frustration over the allegations, which he dismissed as baseless. Taking to X, he vehemently denied any wrongdoing, labelling the accusations as part of a larger conspiracy to tarnish his political career.

“Baseless and absurd allegations are being made on the media and social media as part of a conspiracy to tarnish my political career.” He wrote on X.

“If the Prime Minister orders, I will resign in a second.” He reiterated his commitment to transparency and offered to face a CBI inquiry if The CM Yogi wishes. He further added that everyone knows who is behind this and hinted that there will be more such allegations in the future. He expressed confidence that the allegations would ultimately be proven baseless.

The controversy has sparked a heated debate, with opposition leaders demanding accountability while Patel’s supporters defend his integrity and track record.

What are Pallavi Patel’s allegations?

Apna Dal leader Pallavi Patel, who is also Ashish Patel’s sister-in-law, has accused manipulation in the appointment of the Head of Department (HOD) in the Technical Education Department. She claims that a scam occurred by recruiting based on outdated rules rather than current service regulations.

Despite a 2017 Supreme Court order mandating recruitment through the Uttar Pradesh Selection Service Commission, She alleged that the positions were allegedly filled through promotions which is against law.