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Samajwadi Party MP accused of power theft in Sambhal, FIR filed

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In a new twist to the electricity meter tampering controversy involving Samajwadi Party MP Ziaur Rehman Barq, a fresh FIR is set to be registered against him for allegedly threatening electricity department officials during their investigation.The controversy began after an inspection at Barq's Sambhal residence revealed suspicious zero-meter readings, sparking allegations of tampering.

A team from the electricity department, accompanied by police, found discrepancies in billing despite the installation of a new digital meter.Now, the MP faces further legal trouble with allegations of intimidation. Authorities have vowed strict action as the investigation continues. stay tuned to ABP news for more updates.