Lucknow: Cabinet Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar has publicly rebutted the alleged statements made by SP leader Om Prakash Singh about his lineage. In a lengthy post on social media, Rajbhar said he has been hearing Singh’s accusations for the past two days and, rather than feeling shocked, he feels a deep sense of pity for the leader.
According to Rajbhar, the remarks targeting his birth stem from the fact that he hails from the modest and historically marginalized Rajbhar community, not from a landlord or upper‑caste family. He stressed that he has never regretted his birth into the Rajbhar caste; on the contrary, he takes pride in the resolve and determination that his background has instilled in him.
Rajbhar added that, although he could easily retaliate with similar slurs, his upbringing and personal values forbid him from insulting anyone’s parents. He paid homage to Singh’s parents, reminding readers that the moment, place, and family into which one is born are decided by the Almighty, not by any individual.
Targeting the Samajwadi Party
Shifting focus, Rajbhar launched a broader attack on the Samajwadi Party (SP) and its leadership. He insinuated that Singh might lack faith in God, arguing that anyone who truly believes would not cling to the SP merely to secure an Assembly ticket, especially given what Rajbhar described as the party’s alleged disregard for Lord Ram, the Raghukul lineage, the Suryavansh dynasty, and Sanatan Dharma.
Rajbhar affirmed his commitment to serve without worrying about the immediate outcome, vowing to amplify the voice of the Rajbhar community, other backward classes, Dalits, and the oppressed. He reiterated that his mission remains rooted in uplifting these groups.
In a pointed remark toward Singh, Rajbhar said, “If you are after an SP ticket, go ahead and take it. The public is watching every move, and ultimately, it will be the electorate that passes judgment.”
No Expectation of an Apology
Rajbhar clarified that he does not demand an apology from Singh, nor does he seek one. However, he urged Singh to reflect on his own parents and consider whether it is appropriate to disparage another person’s caste or birth.
Concluding his statement, Rajbhar wrote, “May God bless him,” and closed with the traditional salutation, “Jai Shri Ram.”
