Pappu Yadav Claims BJP-RSS-Linked Men Behind Attack
Staff Reporter / NEW DELHI
Independent Lok Sabha MP from Bihar’s Purnea, Pappu Yadav, was attacked during a press conference at his government residence in New Delhi on Sunday after a man hurled a shoe at him, triggering chaos and a brief scuffle.
According to initial information, the alleged attacker has been identified as Sumit Sharma, a resident of Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh. Reports also indicate that another individual, identified as Happy Sharma, was present during the incident. There were also claims that one of the accused attempted to pull out a knife during the commotion, though there was no immediate official confirmation from the Delhi Police regarding the allegation.
The disruption briefly interrupted the press conference before security personnel and those present restrained the accused. No injuries were immediately reported.
Allegations Over Political Links
Sources claimed that the two accused, Sumit Sharma and Happy Sharma, are office-bearers of the BJP’s Bulandshahr district unit. However, there has been no official confirmation from the Bharatiya Janata Party regarding these claims.
Pappu Yadav Alleges Political Conspiracy
Following the incident, Pappu Yadav alleged that the attack was orchestrated by people he described as “Kaalnemi” and accused the BJP and the RSS of protecting those responsible.
In a statement posted on social media, the MP said:
“We will fight these Kaalnemis till my last breath. Those who have harmed saints, Sanatan Dharma and looted the Ram Temple have got this attack carried out. While I was addressing the media at my government residence, a BJP-RSS protected Kaalnemi orchestrated this attack. We will follow the path of Lord Hanuman and drive these Kaalnemis away. Jai Siyaram.”
Investigation Underway
Authorities are expected to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident, including the identities of the accused and the allegation that a knife was produced during the attack. Further details are awaited from the Delhi Police.