Prominent Congress leader Rahul Gandhi embarked on a visit to Rae Bareli today, only to face opposition en route. BJP supporters obstructed his convoy, marking a significant event during his visit.
Dinesh Pratap Singh, a minister in Uttar Pradesh's Yogi Adityanath government, alongside his followers, protested Rahul's visit. They positioned themselves on the road, blocking his convoy, while chants of 'Rahul go back' filled the air.
BJP supporters demanded an apology from Rahul over comments deemed objectionable against Prime Minister Modi. Amidst these tensions, when the police arrived to clear the path, a scuffle ensued between them and the BJP protestors.
For context, Rahul Gandhi reached Rae Bareli via Lucknow from Delhi on Wednesday morning. His trip spans two days, during which he will engage with Congress members and participate in various programs.
The tensions began as
9:30 AM
when BJP supporters rallied.
As events unfolded, by
11:00 AM
, protesters emphasized an apology from Rahul.
The confrontation escalated around
12:30 PM
as police intervened.
