Political Reactions Follow Bahraich Violence

Union Minister Giriraj Singh has criticized Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav for his silence on the recent Bahraich incident, suggesting it reflects an 'anti-Hindu' stance aimed at protecting Muslim votes. Singh accused Yadav of following in the footsteps of his father, Mulayam Singh Yadav, who had previously ordered police firings during a similar incident. In response, Akhilesh Yadav condemned the state government's handling of the incident, questioning its ability to maintain law and order and alleging a misuse of police encounters to distract from administrative failures. Meanwhile, Aam Aadmi Party MP Sanjay Singh accused the BJP of inciting communal tensions for political gain, particularly ahead of upcoming byelections. The unrest in Bahraich was linked to a violent clash during a sanctioned religious procession, resulting in several arrests and injuries. The political discourse surrounding the event highlights the increasing tensions and accusations among parties in Uttar Pradesh as the elections approach.