Political Tensions Escalate: Clash Between BJP Families in Ballia
A violent clash between the families of current BJP MP Virendra Singh Mast and former BJP MLA Surendra Singh in Ballia led to several injuries. Cross FIRs have been filed with charges including rioting and attempted murder. Both parties accuse each other of initiating the violence, as investigations continue.

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In a tumultuous turn of events, a fierce clash erupted between the families of BJP MP Virendra Singh Mast and ex-MLA Surendra Singh in Ballia's Bairia tehsil. This intense confrontation resulted in at least 10 people, including the MLA himself, suffering injuries, as confirmed by officials on Monday.
Authorities stated that cross FIRs have been lodged, citing grave accusations such as attempted murder, rioting, and dacoity, involving 26 identified accused and multiple unnamed individuals. The skirmish, authorities revealed, transpired Sunday evening following a funeral ceremony at Pachrakhia Ghat.
Allegations have flown thick and fast from both camps, with Surendra Singh's group alleging an attack post-cremation, while his son's counter-complaint accuses Mast's son of a lethal attack. As tensions simmer, authorities assure a thorough investigation is underway. The incident spotlights rising political tensions in the region.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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