The funeral of Prateek Yadav, younger brother of Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, was conducted with full rituals at the Baikunthdham (Bhainsakund) cremation ground in Lucknow on Saturday. During this time, the atmosphere was very emotional and along with family members, many people associated with the political world came to bid their last farewell.
Many family members including wife Aparna Yadav, sister-in-law and former MP Dimple Yadav, former Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav, and uncle Shivpal Yadav were present at the funeral. Apart from this, many senior leaders and supporters of Samajwadi Party also reached the cremation ground for the last darshan.
Crowd gathered in last farewell
As soon as the last rites process started at Baikunthdham crematorium, the eyes of the people present there became moist. The family members bid their last farewell as per traditional customs. During this time, a large number of security personnel were also present so that order was maintained.
presence of political figures
On this occasion, many political personalities also expressed condolences and consoled the family. Describing Prateek Yadav as a person of calm and simple nature, the leaders termed his demise as an irreparable loss.
wave of mourning in the family
During the funeral, the entire Yadav family was seen immersed in deep grief. An emotional scene of Akhilesh Yadav and other family members was seen, due to which everyone present there was shocked. There was an atmosphere of silence and sadness throughout the ceremony.
Security arrangements in Lucknow
In view of the crowd and political sensitivity, the administration had made tight security arrangements around the cremation ground. Police forces remained deployed and special arrangements were made to control the crowd.
