A senior police official in Uttar Pradesh (UP) has been accused by the opposition of using force against protesters following controversial remarks made by a senior police officer in Rampur. The incident sparked outrage after the Superintendent of Police (SP) reportedly called those involved in cow slaughter “scoundrels and not true Muslims,” stating it was his duty to teach them a lesson. The opposition claims that the police responded to the protests with excessive force, labeling the action as “rowdy” under the BJP government.
The controversy has intensified political tensions in UP, where cow protection is a sensitive issue. The SP’s comments were seen as inflammatory, prompting demonstrations in the region. Local activists and opposition leaders have accused the BJP of using the situation to suppress dissent.
The UP government has not yet issued an official statement on the matter, but the incident has drawn national attention. The police have not commented on the allegations of harassment, leaving the situation under scrutiny. (thehindu.com)
