Ayodhya, Feb. 5 -- As the by-election in the Milkipur assembly constituency underway, Samajwadi Party MP Awadhesh Prasad on Wednesday alleged the BJP of 'influencing' the elections.

"Offering prayers is a matter of my faith. It has always been a part of my life. The bypoll in Milkipur is taking place today... The BJP has constantly tried to influence the elections here... The voting is underway today since 7 am and I have received information that our party workers are being chased away from the polling booths," Awadhesh Prasad said.

Earlier, Samajwadi Party MP Awadhesh Prasad offered prayer at his residence for the Milkipur assembly bye-elections.

Voting for the Milkipur by-election in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya district began on Wednesd...