A doctor working at a community health centre in Uttar Pradesh's Mau district was allegedly assaulted by a man after he refused to join the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), police said on Saturday.
The incident took place on Friday at the community health centre in Majhwara Mod. According to police, Rahul Yadav, who claimed to be a member of the CJP, visited the centre for an ECG examination and later allegedly urged Dr Harishchandra Jaiswal to join the party.
When the doctor declined, citing restrictions on government employees participating in political activities, an argument ensued. The accused allegedly assaulted the doctor, damaged property inside his chamber, and threatened him before fleeing, police said.
Additional Superintendent of Police Anoop Kumar said a complaint has been registered and efforts are underway to arrest the accused. The case has drawn attention to the issue of political pressure on government employees in the region.
The Cockroach Janta Party is a little-known political entity, and this incident highlights the challenges faced by public servants when confronted with such demands. Police are investigating the matter and have assured strict action against the perpetrator.
