BY MOHAMMAD TARIQUE SALEEM
Zahid Beg, the current Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Bhadohi, comes from a legacy of socialist values and philanthropy, inspired by his father, the esteemed Yusuf Beg. Zahid has earned a reputation as a humble and committed leader, dedicated to the welfare of his constituency. However, his political career now faces turbulence following the tragic death of a maid named Nazia, found strangulated in his residence on September 10, 2024. Allegations suggest that the state administration may be targeting Zahid due to his affiliation with the Samajwadi Party. While the police investigation has yet to fully explore crucial evidence, supporters argue that a conspiracy is afoot to tarnish his image. Despite the mounting challenges, Zahid’s admirers believe that his integrity will eventually prevail. During the recent Rajya Sabha elections, the BJP allegedly pressured Zahid Beg to invalidate his vote, but as a principled leader of the Samajwadi Party, he refused to comply.
Zahid Beg, the current Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Bhadohi, hails from a family known for its deep-rooted connections with socialist ideals and philanthropy. His father, Yusuf Beg, was a renowned socialist leader and a great philanthropist, who dedicated his life to helping the poor and oppressed. Following in his father’s footsteps, Zahid Beg has carved a reputation for himself as a humble, dedicated public servant who has consistently worked for the betterment of his constituency.
Interview of deceased’s father Imran : (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rdPEd784MNQ)
However, recent events have cast a shadow over his political career, and it is claimed that the top administration level is targeting him due to his affiliation with the Samajwadi Party. Zahid Beg is now at the center of controversy following a tragic incident on September 10, 2024, when a maid named Nazia was found dead, having strangulated herself in the storeroom of his residence.
According to reliable sources, Nazia, who worked at Zahid Beg’s house, had fallen in love with a man named Abhishek. Reports suggest that Abhishek was mentally harassing her, leading to severe emotional distress and ultimately her tragic death. The police confiscated Nazia’s mobile phone but have yet to investigate the call records to determine who she spoke with before taking her life. The delay in investigating such crucial evidence has raised suspicion and led to allegations that the police may be deliberately ignoring key details in the case.
Saifi son of Zahid Beg in police custody on unknown destination.
Imran, Nazia’s father, spoke out during the investigation, emphasizing that Zahid Beg is an honorable and humble man. He noted that Zahid had always been generous and recently helped arrange the marriage of a poor girl, providing a significant dowry to support her new life. Imran also mentioned that Zahid Beg’s wife, Seema, is a gentle and kind woman, who never mistreated their daughter. He added that whenever they visited to bring Nazia back home, she never expressed any objection to working for the Beg family.
Despite this, the focus has shifted toward Zahid Beg’s personal life and his family. His son, Saifi Beg, has been taken into police custody at an undisclosed location, fueling speculation that this is part of a larger conspiracy to tarnish Zahid Beg’s image. The timing of these events has led many to believe that political motives are driving the investigation, especially since no Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders from Bhadohi or its surrounding areas have spoken against Zahid Beg. It is said that Zahid Beg is respected by several BJP politicians as well, which makes this silence even more significant.
Zahid Beg’s political journey has been defined by his integrity and commitment to serving the underprivileged and marginalized communities. He has consistently worked for their upliftment, and despite efforts to uncover any wrongdoing, authorities have yet to find any substantial evidence against him. This has reinforced his supporters’ belief that the accusations are unfounded and part of a larger conspiracy. During the recent Rajya Sabha elections, the BJP allegedly pressured Zahid Beg to invalidate his vote, but as a principled leader of the Samajwadi Party, he refused to comply.
In this politically charged atmosphere, Zahid Beg’s supporters believe that truth will prevail. They assert that this is a concerted effort to diminish his standing in the Samajwadi Party and tarnish his legacy as an honest politician. As the investigation unfolds, only time will tell whether Zahid Beg can emerge unscathed from these allegations and continue to serve his people with the same dedication as before.
