Uttar Pradesh minister faces backlash for violent comments

Uttar Pradesh minister Sanjay Nishad has sparked controversy with a speech in Sultanpur. During his address, he allegedly boasted about using strong-arm tactics against police officers. The remarks were made while Nishad was on his Sanvidhanik Adhikar Rath Yatra on Tuesday. In his speech, Nishad referenced an incident involving police officers. He claimed he would "eliminate" those who wrongfully involve others in legal issues. Nishad also said he takes complaints directly to senior officials if justice is slow. "If officials want to keep their jobs, they stay. If not, they get transferred by evening," he warned. His controversial statement included that he reached his position after "breaking the hands and legs of seven inspectors." This comment came after a woman lodged a complaint against a local police officer. Nishad urged the public to inform him about issues more quickly, saying that he could resolve them with the chief minister's help. The minister's statements have drawn sharp criticism. The Uttar Pradesh Congress unit has called for legal action against him. They claimed Nishad's comments show the "true character" of the BJP and its allies. A video of his speech is now circulating widely on social media. The Congress has demanded that action be taken against him, questioning when the chief minister will respond.