India, Aug. 29 -- Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], August 29 (ANI) Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak on Saturday hit back at the Samajwadi Party over its criticism of the state government following the murder of Haryanvi singer and actor Ankit Baliyan in Shamli.

Baliyan was shot dead in Shamli district after he stepped out of a gym. According to police, he was attacked by three to four men. The incident came to light after a call was made to Dial 112, following which police teams reached the spot.

Speaking to the media, Pathak said the government had taken the murder "very seriously" and assured that strict action would be taken against those involved in the killing. The Deputy Chief Minister also accused the Samajwadi ...