Election Turmoil: SP Vehicle Seized in Meerapur

Police seized a vehicle of the Samajwadi Party for carrying a party flag in violation of the election code in Meerapur. The vehicle was part of Kadir Rana's campaign for his daughter-in-law, Sumbul Rana. Rana was seen arguing with police as the party files a complaint with the Election Commission.

In a significant development during the Meerapur assembly seat bypoll campaign, a Samajwadi Party vehicle was seized on Tuesday for carrying the party flag, contravening the model code of conduct, authorities reported.

The vehicle was part of a convoy led by former MP and SP leader Kadir Rana, aimed at supporting his daughter-in-law Sumbul Rana's candidacy from Meerapur. Circle Officer Ravishankar confirmed the seizure, citing election norm violations.

As the incident unfolds, a video has gone viral showing Kadir Rana in a heated exchange with the police post-seizure. Meanwhile, Sumbul Rana lodged a complaint with the Election Commission, alleging coercion of SP workers by local police to support rival candidates. Campaign tensions rise as the November 20 bypolls approach, with SP and BSP strategizing for the upcoming contest in Uttar Pradesh's nine assembly seats.

(With inputs from agencies.)