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‘ADG in Kanpur Is Scrap Mafia’: Akhilesh Yadav Alleges Cover-Up in Minor Rape Case
📅 January 9, 2026
✍️ Editor: Sudhir Choudhary, The Vagabond News
Samajwadi Party chief and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday, January 8, 2026, launched a sharp attack on the state government and senior police officials, alleging a cover-up in an alleged minor rape case in Kanpur. Yadav accused the Additional Director General (ADG) of police posted in Kanpur of being part of what he described as a “scrap mafia.”
Speaking to reporters at a press interaction in Lucknow at around 12:15 p.m. IST, Yadav claimed that the handling of the case reflected deep-rooted corruption within the police administration and accused the state government of shielding influential officers.
Allegations of Police Complicity
“The ADG in Kanpur is a scrap mafia,” Yadav said, alleging that senior officials were deliberately weakening the case to protect powerful interests. He claimed that procedural lapses and delays in the investigation of the alleged rape of a minor were not accidental but part of a systemic effort to derail justice.
Yadav further alleged that the victim’s family was being intimidated and pressured to remain silent. “When crimes against minors are treated this way, it shows the complete collapse of law and order,” he said.
Case Background and Timeline
According to information cited by opposition leaders, the alleged rape incident came to light earlier this week in Kanpur. The case was registered at a local police station, but questions were raised after initial medical and investigative steps were reportedly delayed.
Opposition leaders said they were informed of the matter on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, and claimed that police action intensified only after public and political pressure mounted.
Attack on State Government
Yadav used the incident to mount a broader attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party-led state government, accusing it of failing to protect women and children. “Under this government, criminals are emboldened and honest officers are sidelined,” he said during the press conference.
He also demanded the immediate removal of the ADG concerned and called for a judicial inquiry into the handling of the case.
Police and Government Response
The Uttar Pradesh Police did not immediately respond to Yadav’s allegations. However, senior officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the investigation was being conducted “strictly as per law” and denied any attempt to dilute the case.
State government sources said the allegations were politically motivated and assured that “no guilty person will be spared,” regardless of rank or influence.
Political Fallout
The remarks triggered sharp political reactions across Uttar Pradesh, with Samajwadi Party workers staging small demonstrations in parts of Kanpur on Thursday afternoon around 3:00 p.m., demanding accountability and swift justice.
Political analysts say the issue is likely to escalate in the coming days, especially with opposition parties seeking to highlight law-and-order concerns ahead of future electoral battles.
Conclusion
Akhilesh Yadav’s accusation that a senior police officer in Kanpur is linked to a “scrap mafia” has intensified scrutiny of the handling of an alleged minor rape case. As political pressure mounts and public attention grows, the response of the Uttar Pradesh government and police leadership will be closely watched. The case has once again brought issues of accountability, police conduct, and justice for minors to the forefront of the state’s political discourse.
Tags: Akhilesh Yadav, Kanpur, Minor Rape Case, Uttar Pradesh Police, Law and Order
Source: Statements by Samajwadi Party leaders and Uttar Pradesh police officials
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