Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday expressed deep grief over the reported death of his step brother Prateek Yadav, calling it a “matter of great sorrow” for the family. The news of Prateek Yadav’s demise has saddened supporters and political workers associated with the Yadav family across Uttar Pradesh.
Prateek Yadav was the son of late Samajwadi Party founder and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mulayam Singh Yadav. Though he largely stayed away from active politics, he remained known in political and social circles due to his association with the influential Yadav family.
Reacting to the tragic development, Akhilesh Yadav shared an emotional condolence message and prayed for strength for the bereaved family members. Party leaders and workers also expressed shock over the news and extended condolences to the family.
Several senior Samajwadi Party leaders reached out to Akhilesh Yadav and other family members after reports of Prateek Yadav’s death emerged. Political figures from different parties also conveyed sympathy, describing the incident as deeply unfortunate.
Prateek Yadav generally maintained a low public profile and was rarely seen participating in political activities despite belonging to one of the most prominent political families in Uttar Pradesh. Over the years, he had occasionally appeared during family functions and important social events.
Supporters gathered outside residences linked to the Yadav family after the news spread. Many party workers described Mulayam Singh Yadav’s family as an emotional symbol for Samajwadi Party supporters, making the loss even more painful for them.
As news of the demise circulated, condolence messages flooded social media platforms from political leaders, party workers and well-wishers. Several leaders remembered Prateek Yadav as a calm and private individual who stayed away from the spotlight despite public attention around the family.
Further details regarding the cause of death and funeral arrangements were not immediately made public. Family sources indicated that close relatives and associates were gathering to pay their last respects.
The passing of Prateek Yadav has cast a shadow of grief over the Samajwadi Party and the extended Yadav family, with leaders across political lines mourning the loss.
