UP Tension: Clashes Erupt in Prayagraj as Chandrashekhar Azad Stopped from Visiting Dalit Victim’s Family
A major law and order situation unfolded in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj as Azad Samaj Party chief and MP Chandrashekhar Azad was stopped by police from visiting Karachna, where a few days ago a Dalit youth was reportedly burned alive. Citing security and law & order concerns, the police barred Chandrashekhar and his supporters from entering the area, leading to chaos and violent clashes.As tensions flared, Chandrashekhar’s supporters allegedly attacked police personnel and vandalized vehicles. Several videos and eyewitness reports confirm that the situation escalated rapidly after the politician was denied access. The police were quick to respond and launched a crackdown to control the violence.The incident has sparked political outrage, with Azad Samaj Party accusing the administration of suppressing Dalit voices and denying justice. Meanwhile, police officials maintain that their actions were necessary to prevent further unrest in a highly sensitive area.This unrest highlights the growing anger over caste-based violence and the state’s response to such incidents. With the matter now gaining national attention, further political reactions and legal actions are expected in the coming days.
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