Political Turmoil in Uttar Pradesh: Mahendra Rajbhar Assaulted at Jaunpur Event, Sparks War of Words

A shocking incident unfolded in Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh, where Mahendra Rajbhar, a senior political leader, was assaulted during a public event. The incident, captured on video, quickly went viral on social media, igniting a political firestorm across the state.

The Incident

Mahendra Rajbhar attended a program in Ashapur village, under Jalalpur police station, as the chief guest. The event was organized for the installation of a statue of Maharaja Suheldev. During the welcoming ceremony, Brijesh Rajbhar first garlanded Mahendra Rajbhar and then, without warning, began slapping him repeatedly. The sudden attack led to chaos at the venue, but party workers intervened to restore order.

Viral Video and Political Reactions

The video of the assault spread rapidly online, intensifying political tensions. Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav condemned the attack, calling it another example of increasing disrespect and violence against the PDA (backward, Dalit, and minority) communities under BJP rule. He accused the BJP of orchestrating the incident to divide society for political gain and demanded immediate action against the perpetrator if the BJP was not complicit in the attack.

Akhilesh Yadav wrote on X (formerly Twitter):
“The violent attack on the elderly and senior leader Mahendra Rajbhar is yet another shameful example of the growing disrespect and atrocities against the PDA community under BJP rule. If the BJP thinks it can maintain its divisive politics by breaking society from within, it is mistaken. If the BJP is not complicit, the attacker should be arrested and punished immediately. Such acts will only strengthen the resolve of the PDA community.”

Internal Rift and Counter-Accusations

The incident also exposed internal divisions within the opposition. Arun Rajbhar, National General Secretary of Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP) and son of Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Minister OP Rajbhar, hit back at Akhilesh Yadav. He pointed out that both the attacker and the victim were from the opposition camp, suggesting that the incident was an internal matter rather than a political conspiracy. Arun Rajbhar also hinted at disputes over party resources and alleged that the altercation was linked to internal party conflicts.

Mahendra Rajbhar’s Allegations

In a dramatic twist, Mahendra Rajbhar accused OP Rajbhar, the state cabinet minister and national president of SBSP, of masterminding the attack. He claimed that the assault was part of a larger conspiracy to eliminate him, motivated by the growing influence of the Suheldev Swabhiman Party, which he leads. Mahendra alleged that Brijesh Rajbhar, the attacker, had recently met with OP Rajbhar and had already been expelled from the party for extortion and other misconduct.

Following the incident, Mahendra Rajbhar and his supporters filed a police complaint against Brijesh Rajbhar at the Jalalpur police station, demanding swift action and justice. The police have launched an investigation based on the complaint.

Political Fallout

The assault on Mahendra Rajbhar has heightened tensions within the Rajbhar community and intensified political rivalries in Uttar Pradesh. The incident has become a flashpoint for debates on law and order, intra-party democracy, and the role of caste-based politics in the state.

As the investigation unfolds, the political temperature in Uttar Pradesh continues to rise, with both the ruling party and the opposition trading accusations. The incident has also raised questions about the unity and direction of parties representing marginalized communities.

What’s Next?

The coming days will reveal whether the assault was a result of personal rivalry, internal party dispute, or a larger political conspiracy. For now, the incident has become a symbol of the volatile and charged political atmosphere in Uttar Pradesh.

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