In Varanasi, Samajwadi Party workers celebrated Congress leader Ajay Rai with drums and fanfare, declaring him a ‘Member of Parliament.’ This move came amidst allegations of fake voting by the Congress and the India alliance, causing political stir and prompting ridicule from BJP supporters who deemed it laughable.
Uttar Pradesh: On Wednesday, Samajwadi Party workers in Varanasi unexpectedly arrived at the residence of Congress state president Ajay Rai, welcoming him with drums, fanfare, and garlands, and declaring him the Member of Parliament for Varanasi. This unusual celebration occurred amidst allegations of fake voting in the election by the Congress and the India alliance. During this event, Ajay Rai expressed his gratitude to his supporters, stating that the respect of the people of Kashi was his greatest asset, while BJP supporters on social media labeled the event as ridiculous.
SP Reaches Ajay Rai's House with Drums and Fanfare
An interesting political scene unfolded in Varanasi on Wednesday when Samajwadi Party (SP) workers suddenly arrived at the residence of Congress state president Ajay Rai. With drums, fanfare, and garlands, the workers declared Ajay Rai the Member of Parliament for Varanasi. On the spot, the workers raised slogans and created a festive atmosphere.
Ajay Rai himself joined in this unexpected ‘victory celebration’ and expressed his happiness among his supporters. This entire event was symbolically organized by the SP to convey a political message regarding the recent election allegations.
Allegations of Fake Voting and Opposition Attack
This move comes at a time when the Congress and the India alliance are making serious allegations of fake voting against the BJP and the Election Commission. The opposition is continuously protesting from Parliament to the streets. Ajay Rai recently stated that if fair elections had been held in Varanasi, the 2024 Lok Sabha result would have been different.
Following this statement, SP workers organized this symbolic ‘MP welcome’ program. They stated that the people's vote should be respected, and such activities are to reiterate the same message.
BJP Supporters' Taunts and Social Media Discussion
As soon as the pictures of this event went viral on social media, BJP supporters mocked it. Many users called it ridiculous, while some questioned the opposition's strategy. This event has also created a stir in political circles.
Notably, in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Ajay Rai contested against Prime Minister Narendra Modi from Varanasi. He was ahead in the initial trends, but in the final round, PM Modi registered a major victory.
