The record
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- Police detained opposition leader Akhilesh Yadav during a protest outside the Prime Minister's residence in Delhi.
- A video then emerged showing him smiling in a police bus and asking officers where he was being taken.
- Opposition leaders allege they were stopped while holding a peaceful protest, while police say the action was taken to maintain law and order.
- The incident has added to political friction between the opposition and the government over police handling of the demonstration.
What to watch next
- Whether Akhilesh Yadav is released or faces formal charges
- Any further opposition protests or statements over the detention
- Official police clarification on the grounds for the detention
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Named India · Akhilesh Yadav · Delhi Police · Government of India · Indian National Congress · Mallikarjun Kharge · Priyanka Gandhi · Rahul Gandhi · Samajwadi Party
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