Yogi Adityanath's tenure as the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh was marked by both successes and controversies. His strong leadership style and focus on development initiatives brought significant improvements to the state. However, his hardline views on social and religious issues and alleged involvement in communal violence and cow vigilantism stirred up controversies that overshadowed his achievements.

As Yogi Adityanath's popularity grew, so did his critics. Many accused him of promoting Hindu nationalism and suppressing dissent, particularly against minority communities. His conservative views on social issues such as homosexuality and women's rights drew criticism from human rights activists and the LGBTQ community.