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UP party leaders clash over social media comments in street brawl
A violent altercation between Samajwadi Party activists in Uttar Pradesh's Muzzafarnagar district has triggered police action and internal party disciplinary measures. The incident, sparked by online commentary, was caught on video and widely shared on social media.
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Two Samajwadi Party (SP) leaders engaged in a street fight in Muzzafarnagar over a social media comment, authorities said Tuesday. The confrontation between SP student wing leader Nadeem Malik and party activist Israr Alvi took place at Meenakshi Chowk, with both men exchanging blows in full public view.
Footage of the altercation circulated widely on social media platforms, prompting local police to intervene. Authorities have taken one of the accused into custody as investigations continue into the incident.
The SP district president has issued notices to both individuals involved in the clash, indicating internal party action alongside police proceedings. Officials said the dispute originated from remarks posted on social media, though specific details of the comments have not been disclosed.
The incident underscores ongoing tensions within party ranks in the state and reflects broader concerns about social media-fueled conflicts spilling into public spaces.