Ex-MLA Manoj Kumar Singh Faces Rioting Charges During Idol Procession
Former Samajwadi Party MLA Manoj Kumar Singh, along with others, has been charged with rioting and defying government orders during a Saraswati idol immersion in Uttar Pradesh's Chandauli district. Police claim Singh incited unrest and ignored official instructions, while Singh accuses the authorities of suppressing opposition.
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Former Samajwadi Party MLA Manoj Kumar Singh was charged with rioting and obstructing police work during a Saraswati idol immersion in Chandauli, Uttar Pradesh.
The incident occurred as youths played loud music and attempted to take an unauthorized procession route. Singh allegedly argued with police and incited unrest.
Authorities claim Singh defied official instructions, while Singh argues the government's actions aim to silence opposition voices, calling the charges politically motivated.
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