After Congress MP Rakesh Rathore was accused of rape in Sitapur, his wife Neelam Rathore spoke to the media for the first time today. In a press conference of just 45 seconds, she called all the allegations against her husband baseless. Neelam said – she has full faith in her husband and the judiciary.
Neelam Rathore defended her husband and said that he helps people in every sense and is completely innocent. However, she left the press conference without answering any of the questions asked by the media.
Police reached the MP’s house as soon as the information of the press conference was received
On the other hand, as soon as the information of the press conference was received, the Nagar Kotwali police team reached the MP’s residence. The police searched the residence and handed over a show-cause notice to the MP’s wife. Through this notice, the MP has been called to record his statement. Police officials say that further investigation will be done on the basis of the MP’s statement.
A rape case has been registered against Congress MP Rakesh Rathore. A woman leader alleges that the MP promised to marry her. He kept sexually exploiting her for 4 years. City Kotwali police has registered a case of rape and death threats against the MP on the complaint of the woman.
According to the victim associated with Tailik Mahasabha, MP Rakesh Rathore also promised her a career in politics. A complaint letter was given to the police on January 15 by the woman. Audio of the conversation between the woman and the MP has also surfaced.
SP Chakresh Mishra said- The victim has expressed apprehension of danger to life and property. Keeping this in mind, a gunner has been provided to her under security. Security has also been provided at the residence. Further action is being taken by the police in the matter.
MP has a long association with controversies
Rakesh Rathore was elected from Sitapur as a BJP candidate in the 2017 elections. In May 2021, several audio clips of his private conversations were leaked. In which he was strongly criticizing the government. Especially on the response to the Corona epidemic. He was also complaining about casteist tendencies within the party.
From BJP to SP, then joined Congress
After leaving BJP, Rakesh Rathore turned to SP. However, SP did not give him a ticket in the 2022 assembly elections. After this, Rakesh Rathore met Rahul Gandhi and joined Congress. In the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Rakesh Rathore won an unexpected victory by defeating 4-time MP Rajesh Verma by a margin of 90 thousand votes.
Rakesh Rathore’s office posted a post on social media regarding the matter. In which it was written – A case has been registered against Sitapur MP Rakesh Rathore under several sections. A conspiracy has been hatched to tarnish the image of the MP under a political conspiracy.
