A visit meant for spiritual reflection turned tense on Friday when Aparna Yadav, the younger daughter-in-law of late Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav, reached the VIP Ghat in Haridwar. What began as a quiet religious visit soon drew media attention and resulted in a brief commotion at the sacred site.
According to people present at the ghat, Aparna Yadav was surrounded by media personnel shortly after her arrival. Journalists began asking questions related to an ongoing family dispute, a topic she appeared unwilling to discuss during her visit. The questions reportedly made her uncomfortable, leading to visible irritation and a sharp exchange.
The situation escalated further when Aparna Yadav accused some members of the media of recording her video while she was performing Ganga Snan. She alleged that the footage was captured without her consent during the sacred ritual, which she described as a serious violation of her personal and religious privacy. Expressing strong displeasure, she said such actions were insensitive and crossed ethical limits.
ये वाकई आपत्तिजनक है ! आप किसी महिला का स्नान करते वक्त वीडियो कैसे बना सकते है ?
— Ajit Singh Rathi (@AjitSinghRathi) January 24, 2026
स्व. मुलायम सिंह यादव की छोटी बहू अपर्णा यादव हरिद्वार वीआईपी घाट पहुँची तो हंगामा हो गया, घर के विवाद को लेकर मीडिया वालों ने सवाल किये तो नाराज हो गई, अपर्णा ने आरोप लगाया कि मीडिया वालों ने गंगा… pic.twitter.com/iKeOBMpwoB
Eyewitnesses said voices were raised as the disagreement intensified, drawing attention from other devotees present at the ghat. Local security personnel and ghat authorities intervened promptly to calm the situation and ensure that Aparna Yadav could continue her visit without further disturbance. The matter was brought under control within a short time, and no immediate formal complaint was reported.
The incident has once again sparked discussion about the balance between public interest and personal privacy, particularly in the case of individuals connected to political families. While Aparna Yadav is a public figure due to her political background and association with a prominent family, many observers believe that religious spaces and personal rituals should be treated with restraint and sensitivity.
In an era of constant media scrutiny, the episode highlights the growing debate over ethical reporting, especially at places of worship. The incident at Haridwar’s VIP Ghat serves as a reminder of the need for responsible journalism that respects personal boundaries, even when covering well-known personalities.