BJP inducts Sanjay Saroj, accused of terror funding in party ahead of LS elections
Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh is abuzz with discussions surrounding the recent emergence of Sanjay Saroj in the state's politics, prompting criticism from Samajwadi Party (SP) leader IP Singh towards the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Singh accused the BJP of welcoming Sanjay Saroj, a figure associated with terrorist funding, onto their platform, citing his presence at a recent BJP event where he was honored by BJP MP Sangam Lal Gupta.
Taking to Twitter, SP leader IP Singh voiced his concerns, stating, "BJP MP Sangam Lal Gupta honoring Sanjay Saroj, who was accused of terrorist funding, on the BJP platform. He was included in the BJP. All sins are washed away in the BJP washing machine, public is watching everything."
The inclusion of Sanjay Saroj in the BJP has stirred controversy in Uttar Pradesh's political circles. During a recent BJP event, a BJP MP bestowed upon Sanjay Saroj a saffron shawl, symbolizing his induction into the party. This development has sparked widespread discussions and garnered criticism from opposition leaders aimed at the BJP.
Sanjay Saroj's entry into politics comes after his arrest by the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) in March 2018 in connection with a terror funding case. The UP ATS arrested Saroj, along with 10 others, for alleged links to Lashkar-e-Taiba. Following his release on bail, Saroj transitioned into the politics, with his wife contesting and winning an election.
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Teen killed after being hit by private bus in Bengaluru
Bengaluru (PTI): A 16-year-old boy was killed after he was allegedly hit and run over by a private bus while crossing a road here on Friday, police said.
The deceased was identified as Varun, they said.
According to police, the accident occurred around 11:30 am on the Hennur–Bagalur main road.
The boy who crossing the road on foot when he was allegedly struck by the bus and came under its rear wheel, leading to his death on the spot.
He was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was declared brought dead.
Following the incident, family members and locals staged a protest by blocking the Hennur–Bagalur road, resulting in heavy traffic congestion in the area.
The driver of the bus has been detained, and further legal action is being initiated, a senior police officer said, adding that an investigation is underway.
