Lucknow, Feb. 20 -- In a turbulent session of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council, Leader of Opposition Lal Bihari Yadav was forcibly removed by marshals after demanding extended discussion time on the Kumbh Mela.

The incident occurred when Yadav, representing the Samajwadi Party (SP), led his party members into the well of the House, disrupting proceedings.

Despite repeated directives from the Chairman to return to their seats, the protesting members continued their agitation.

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