"No Altercation": Cong MP Imran Masood, SP MLA Ashu Malik Play Down Reported Heated Exchange at Saharanpur DISHA Meet

"Happens": Congress MP Downplays Heated Exchange With Samajwadi Party MLA

The heated exchange reportedly erupted after Imran Masood, who was chairing the meeting in Saharanpur, objected to interruptions and insisted that speakers follow the proceedings of the meeting.

Didn't come here to eat pakoras: Samajwadi MLA, Congress MP spar over speaking time

SP MLA Ashu Malik and Congress MP Imran Masood clashed over speaking time during a Saharanpur Disha meeting, with their heated exchange going viral. Both later downplayed the incident, calling it a discussion over meeting rules.

"No altercation": Cong MP Imran Masood, SP MLA Ashu Malik play down reported heated exchange at Saharanpur DISHA meet

"There is no such dispute or altercation between us. Such things happen between two leaders during meetings or rallies; it is not a big deal. But we do not leave without raising the issues that concern the people," the SP MLA said.

BIG BREAKING: Imran Masood and Ashu Malik Clash During Saharanpur Disha Meeting

A heated confrontation broke out during a Disha meeting in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, between Congress MP Imran Masood and Samajwadi Party MLA Ashu Malik over the issue of drain construction. A video of the argument has surfaced, showing the two leaders exchanging sharp words during the meeting. The dispute reportedly began over questions related to local development works and whether members were following the meeting’s rules and permission procedures. Both leaders insisted on raising public issues, while the argument escalated over who should be allowed to speak. The incident has also highlighted the ongoing political tension between the Congress and Samajwadi Party, which are allies in Uttar Pradesh. Political observers say the disagreement may also reflect competition for influence among Muslim voters in Saharanpur, where both leaders have significant political presence. Imran Masood has recently made statements asserting his political strength in Saharanpur and has also spoken about seat-sharing within the alliance. The latest clash has once again raised questions about coordination and relations between the two parties ahead of the elections.