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SP Leader Faces Backlash Over 'IAS Promise' Chat with Woman
A WhatsApp conversation involving a Samajwadi Party leader in Mathura has triggered controversy, with the leader allegedly promising a woman a civil service position if the party forms government. The exchange has drawn sharp criticism from rival parties.
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A private chat conversation attributed to Dr. Rajan Rizvi, a Samajwadi Party leader in Mathura, has sparked political controversy after being circulated on social media. In the alleged exchange, Rizvi reportedly assured a woman that she would be offered an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) position if the Samajwadi Party came to power in the state.
The purported message, which has gone viral on messaging platforms, has drawn criticism from opposition parties who view it as an inappropriate political incentive. Rohit Agrawal, a Rashtriya Lok Dal leader, seized on the controversy to attack the Samajwadi Party's political conduct and ethics.
The incident comes amid heightened political competition in Uttar Pradesh, where various parties are engaged in campaigns ahead of upcoming elections. Political observers said the viral chat underscores ongoing debates about the use of administrative positions as electoral incentives.
The Samajwadi Party has not issued a formal statement regarding the authenticity of the messages or the allegations. Such incidents often reflect broader tensions between regional political parties in the state, with rivals frequently highlighting governance and ethical concerns.