A video has gone viral on social media showing Bithoor MLA Abhijeet Singh Sanga allegedly reprimanding a food inspector during a public grievance hearing in his constituency. The incident occurred after several traders in Bhitargaon, Kanpur, approached the MLA with complaints of extortion against the inspector. The video, which has been widely circulated, has not been independently verified by TOI.
Allegations of Extortion
According to reports, traders accused the food inspector of demanding money from them. The MLA reportedly contacted the inspector and asked him to mend his ways. However, the food inspector denied the allegations, claiming that the complaints were a reaction to recent actions taken against shopkeepers for selling substandard food items.
MLA's Response
Abhijeet Singh Sanga, who represents the Bithoor constituency, has not issued an official statement regarding the incident. The video shows him speaking sternly to the inspector, but the context of the conversation remains unclear.
This incident highlights ongoing tensions between local traders and food safety officials in Kanpur. The food inspector's denial suggests a possible backlash against enforcement actions.
Local Reactions
Residents and traders in Bhitargaon have expressed mixed reactions. Some support the MLA's intervention, while others caution against jumping to conclusions without a thorough investigation.
The Kanpur administration has not commented on the matter. Further details are awaited as the video continues to circulate online.
