Controversy Surrounds Kanwar Yatra Amidst Allegations of Hooliganism

Samajwadi Party MLA Iqbal Mehmood has raised concerns over alleged disruptions in the Kanwar Yatra, accusing anti-social elements of infiltrating the event and criticizing the government's passive response. He identifies a growing presence of hooligans overshadowing genuine worshippers in the sacred procession.

Mehmood, representing Sambhal in Uttar Pradesh, highlights specific incidents where participants allegedly damaged school buses and harassed girls in Muzaffarnagar. The MLA insists he's supportive of genuine devotees but is calling for immediate government intervention to curtail unlawful activities.

Criticizing the BJP for distracting the public ahead of the 2027 assembly elections, Mehmood asserts that instead of tackling urgent matters like unemployment and inflation, the administration is manipulating religious sentiments. He urges for an impartial investigation and accountability for violations occurring amidst the yatra.

(With inputs from agencies.)