Scuffle Erupts in Lakhimpur Over Cooperative Bank Election

A scuffle broke out between BJP MLA Yogesh Verma and senior advocate Awadhesh Singh during a cooperative bank's election in Lakhimpur Kheri. The altercation escalated into pushing and shoving, captured on video, following allegations of election rule bypassing. Police have since brought the situation under control.

A conflict erupted between BJP MLA Yogesh Verma and lawyer Awadhesh Singh at a cooperative bank election in Lakhimpur Kheri, as confirmed by police on Wednesday.

The altercation, tied to claims of election irregularities, evolved into physical confrontations, with Awadhesh Singh allegedly assaulting the MLA. This incident was caught on video and circulated online.

Authorities have since managed to calm both parties involved, asserting that the situation is now under control, according to Additional Superintendent of Police Pawan Gautam.

(With inputs from agencies.)