A major controversy has erupted within the police administration in Unnao, Uttar Pradesh, following the tragic death of an elderly resident who succumbed to injuries sustained during a violent assault. Ramस्वरूप लोधी, a resident of Pahadpur village under the Maurawan police station limits, passed away at a private hospital in Lucknow after battling serious injuries. The unfolding tragedy triggered widespread public outrage, culminating in a fierce confrontation when local MP Sakshi Maharaj visited the bereaved family and openly reprimanded the stationed police officers for their alleged inaction and corruption within local police stations.
The Brutal Assault Following A Panchayat Meeting
The sequence of events began on September 11, when Ramswaroop Lodhi and his family members were heading back home after attending a local panchayat meeting. A group of assailants ambushed them along the way, unleashing a violent attack using wooden sticks and iron rods. More than half a dozen individuals sustained injuries in the ambush, with Lodhi suffering the most severe trauma. Due to his critical condition, he was rushed to a private hospital in Lucknow, where he ultimately succumbed to his injuries on November 8.
Villagers Block Highway Demanding Strict Action
The confirmation of Lodhi's death sparked immense anger among the victim's relatives and local villagers. Accusing the local police of grave negligence in handling the case, protesters blocked the Akohari-Mawai main road, completely halting traffic. During the demonstration, local MLA Anil Singh also faced the wrath of the disgruntled crowd. After nearly three and a half hours of intense persuasion and assurances of strict legal action by authorities, the blockade was finally cleared.
MP Laches Out At Police Officials Over Lax Investigation
Visiting the grieving family on November 11, Sakshi Maharaj expressed deep dissatisfaction with the police investigation and the lenient charges initially filed against the accused. He called out Circle Officer Purwa Arvind Kumar Chौरसिया and Maurawan Station House Officer Kunwar Bahadur Singh on the spot, questioning their competence. The MP accused the local police establishment of promoting corruption, stating that police stations had turned into hubs for middlemen. He directed the officers to promptly add stricter charges to the case and conduct an impartial probe.
Financial Aid Extended To The Bereaved Family
During the fiery exchange, Sakshi Maharaj openly questioned the credentials of the station house officer, demanding accountability for the deteriorating law and order situation under his watch. Along with assuring the family of relentless support in securing justice, the MP provided financial assistance of one lakh rupees from his own end. A video capturing the confrontation between the politician and the police officials has since circulated widely across social media platforms, intensifying scrutiny over the local administration's handling of the case.
