UP News: In a dramatic turn of events in Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers found themselves in an unintended and dangerous situation while burning an effigy of Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Akhilesh Yadav. The incident, which occurred at Cinema Chowk on Saturday, resulted in several workers sustaining minor burn injuries due to a fire that got out of control.Incident unfoldsThe BJP workers, who had gathered at Cinema Chowk to protest against Akhilesh Yadav, encountered unexpected chaos when the effigy they were burning caught fire more intensely than anticipated. A video captured by a bystander and later shared widely on social media shows the unfolding commotion. As the effigy was set ablaze, the fire rapidly escalated, resulting in pushing and shoving among the workers.Eyewitnesses report that during the protest, a worker poured petrol on the effigy, causing the flames to spread aggressively. This sudden surge in fire caused panic among the participants. Despite efforts to manage the situation, some of the BJP leaders and workers were caught in the blaze.यूपी : हरदोई जिले में आज भाजपा कार्यकर्ता अखिलेश यादव का पुतला जला रहे थे। खुद ही आग की चपेट में आ गए। कई कार्यकर्ताओं के हाथ झुलस गए। pic.twitter.com/AfT4oKbqZR— Sachin Gupta (@SachinGuptaUP) September 14, 2024Response and containmentUpon realizing the severity of the fire, both the people present and the local police took immediate action. The police, who had arrived at the scene in response to the protest, intervened to extinguish the flames. Officers used blankets to smother the fire and remove burning debris from the workers. The incident was contained relatively quickly, with first responders and nearby individuals working together to bring the situation under control.Video goes viralThe incident was recorded by a witness and the footage quickly spread across social media platforms. The video shows the chaotic scene, including the moment when the effigy catches fire and the subsequent scuffle among the workers. The viral video has drawn significant attention, illustrating the volatility of the protest and the unforeseen consequences of the effigy burning.Aftermath and reactionsIn the aftermath of the incident, it has been reported that a half-dozen leaders and workers from the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha suffered minor burns. Fortunately, there were no serious injuries, and the situation was managed effectively by the quick response of the police and other bystanders.
