Controversial Video Sparks Political Row Amid Bahraich Violence

Two men were arrested in Bahraich after a video surfaced showing them involved in the 'sponsored' riots. Police dismissed their claims as unreliable drunken ramblings. The incident led to political backlash with allegations against BJP workers for inciting the violence. A gunshot incident escalated tensions further, resulting in multiple arrests.

In Bahraich, police apprehended two men on Wednesday following the release of a video where they allegedly confessed to involvement in orchestrated violence. Authorities have dismissed their statements as unreliable rants made under the influence of alcohol.

The incident has stoked political tension, with Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav accusing BJP workers of instigating the violence and equating their tactics to historical authoritarian regimes. Yadav claimed that BJP's local leaders were filing FIRs against their own members over the alleged conspiracy.

The conflict escalated during a Durga Puja procession when loud music sparked a violent reaction, culminating in multiple casualties and arrests. Communities are on edge after a prominent political worker was killed in a subsequent protest, intensifying the unrest.

(With inputs from agencies.)