Overview

• Samajwadi Party MP Ramji Lal Suman’s convoy was attacked by Karni Sena protesters near the Gabhana toll plaza in Aligarh on April 27.
• Protesters threw tyres and waved black flags at the convoy, leading to vehicle collisions and several injuries among those traveling with Suman.
• The attack stemmed from Suman’s Rajya Sabha remarks calling Rana Sanga a ‘traitor,’ which has drawn ongoing protests from Rajput groups demanding an apology.
• Suman was en route to Bulandshahr to investigate alleged atrocities against Dalits but was intercepted and turned back by police for safety concerns.
• Following the incident, Suman has sought legal protection, citing threats to his life, while police have increased security at his Agra residence.