Dalit Gang-Rape Victim's Family Refuses Meeting with MP Prasad, BJP Claims

Family members of a Dalit gang-rape victim allegedly refused to meet Samajwadi Party MP Awadhesh Prasad in Faizabad, sparking a protest led by villagers and BJP supporters. Prasad denies the incident, stating he assured villagers of full support and strict action against the accused.

In a recent development, the family of a Dalit gang-rape victim in Faizabad allegedly refused to meet Samajwadi Party MP Awadhesh Prasad, according to claims made by the BJP on Sunday.

BJP spokesperson Rajneesh Singh stated that villagers stopped Prasad outside the victim's house and questioned the purpose of his visit. As the crowd grew, a protest ensued, forcing Prasad to leave the area.

Prasad, however, refuted these claims, insisting that he met with several villagers and assured them of full support for the victim's family, along with strict action against the accused. Prasad emphasized that he and his party stand with the victim and her family.

(With inputs from agencies.)