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Chirag Paswan Complains Over Name Misuse in Viral Video
Chirag Paswan is a Union minister and political party leader.
He said an influencer named Swatantra Bharadwaj wrongly used his name in a video.
The video reportedly included a claim that Bharadwaj attacked the father of a student protester.
Paswan said he does not personally know Bharadwaj.
He also said meeting people does not mean they are close to a politician.
Paswan filed a complaint and asked police to investigate fairly.
Delhi Police reportedly promised action against Bharadwaj within 72 hours.
Paswan said he wants justice for the student and her family.
Chirag Paswan said Swatantra Bharadwaj misused his name in a purported viral video.
Bharadwaj allegedly claimed he assaulted Nishu Azad's father during a Jantar Mantar protest.
Paswan said he filed an official complaint and requested a fair investigation.
Delhi Police reportedly assured protesters that Bharadwaj would be arrested within 72 hours.
Paswan said he and his party would support Nishu Azad and her family.
- Who
- Union Minister Chirag Paswan, Swatantra Bharadwaj, student protester Nishu Azad and her family, and Delhi Police.
- What
- Paswan filed a complaint alleging that Bharadwaj misused his name in a viral video linked to an alleged assault.
- Where
- The reported demonstration took place at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi; Paswan spoke in Patna.
- When
- Paswan made the comments on Friday, after a recent protest at Jantar Mantar.
- Why
- Paswan said he wanted a fair investigation and justice for Nishu Azad's family.
Paswan's Position
Allegations Reported in Video
Political connection
Paswan's Position
Paswan said Bharadwaj does not personally know him and wrongly used his name and those of other politicians.
Allegations Reported in Video
The purported video reportedly included a claim that Bharadwaj had political connections and was therefore released by Delhi Police.
Alleged assault and accountability
Paswan's Position
Paswan called the matter extremely serious, sought a fair investigation, and said the accused should face strict punishment if the allegations are established.
Allegations Reported in Video
Bharadwaj allegedly claimed in the video that he had assaulted the father of protester Nishu Azad; the article does not independently establish the claim.
Key facts
- Complainant
- Chirag Paswan
- Person named in complaint
- Swatantra Bharadwaj
- Reported victim's family
- Nishu Azad and her family
- Police response
- Delhi Police reportedly assured protesters of an arrest within 72 hours.
- Reported legal sections
- POCSO, the SC/ST Act, and attempt to murder.
- Political affiliation
- Paswan leads the Lok Janshakti Party-Ram Vilas.
Quotes
Chirag Paswan
Union Minister and chief of the Lok Janshakti Party-Ram Vilas
“Me and my party takes the responsibility to ensure justice to them because allegations have been put on me that may be due to my support, along with that of other politicians, action was not taken against the accused. So now we will ensure that the truth comes out and also ensure strict punishment for the accused who was openly mocking the legal system.”
thehansindia.com
“Understanding the seriousness of this matter, and because that person (Swatantra Bharadwaj) has misused my name along with the names of several politicians, I have filed an official complaint against him. At the same time, I have urged the Delhi Police that there should be a fair investigation into this matter.”
thehansindia.com
Sources
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