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Politics
Satirical hoardings depict Rahul Gandhi, Akhilesh Yadav and Elon Musk as Ravana in Lucknow
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 18 Oct 2026, 08:16 PM
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Billboards in Lucknow show Rahul Gandhi, Akhilesh Yadav and Elon Musk portrayed as the heads of the mythological demon Ravana, sparking online discussion.
A set of eye‑catching hoardings have been installed across Lucknow, each portraying Indian politicians Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav alongside tech entrepreneur Elon Musk as the multiple heads of the epic villain Ravana. The billboards use the iconic image of the ten‑headed demon to draw a stark visual comparison with the three public figures.
The advertisements were placed in prominent locations within the city, ensuring high visibility for commuters and pedestrians. While the source of the campaign has not been disclosed, the design clearly aims to deliver a satirical message by linking contemporary leaders with a symbol of mythic tyranny.
The hoardings have quickly become a talking point on social media platforms, with users sharing photographs and debating the intent behind the portrayal. Such bold visual commentary on political personalities is relatively rare on outdoor media in India, highlighting the growing intersection of pop culture, politics, and digital discourse.
The advertisements were placed in prominent locations within the city, ensuring high visibility for commuters and pedestrians. While the source of the campaign has not been disclosed, the design clearly aims to deliver a satirical message by linking contemporary leaders with a symbol of mythic tyranny.
The hoardings have quickly become a talking point on social media platforms, with users sharing photographs and debating the intent behind the portrayal. Such bold visual commentary on political personalities is relatively rare on outdoor media in India, highlighting the growing intersection of pop culture, politics, and digital discourse.