He stated in clear terms that Muslims will now fight their own political battles and that the party is preparing to contest elections in about 200 assembly constituencies in the state.
He alleged that, "Chants of 'Jai Shri Ram' and 'Jai Bajrangbali' have now been used as tools to vandalize Muslim homes and mosques. Today, people of one religion have resorted to terrorist activities."
Maurya alleged that the BJP follows a “use and throw” policy and is projecting Puja Pal merely as a political tool.
The incident occurred in the Mil Area police station limits at Saras Chauraha.
The new front named as 'Lok Morcha' comprises of nine smaller parties which was launched yesterday with a slogan of 'UP Bachao - BJP Hatao'.
Earlier, Hindu Mahasabha workers stopped Maurya's convoy in Fatehabad and splattered ink on his car after showing black flags.
The senior Uttar Pradesh leader resigned from Samajwadi Party membership and the post of MLC on February 20.
Swami also resigned from the membership of the State Legislative council as a SP member with immediate effect.
Maurya has launched the name and flag of the new party, according to his post on social media.
Swami sent a resignation letter to SP President Akhilesh Yadav and shared it on social media.
