Uttar Pradesh politics
Sambhal Violence Anniversary: How CM Yogi Adityanath's Political Strategy in UP Is Shaping His 2027 Re-election Bid
Nov 28, 2025 06:47 pm CST
One year after the Sambhal violence in Uttar Pradesh, this district has become a symbolic battleground showcasing Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's governance model. From swift law enforcement actions to welfare schemes, Sambhal represents Yogi's personal political experiment that could influence his 2027 third-term ambitions, while revealing the complex interplay of security narratives, identity politics, and religious tensions in India's most populous state.
Leadership Crisis in INDIA Bloc: Calls for Akhilesh Yadav to Replace Congress After Bihar Election Defeat
Nov 17, 2025 03:30 pm CST
Following Congress's crushing defeat in the Bihar Assembly elections, demands are growing within the INDIA opposition alliance for leadership change. Samajwadi Party MLA Ravidas Mehrotra suggests Akhilesh Yadav should lead the bloc, highlighting the party's 37 Lok Sabha seats making it the second-largest opposition force. With Congress repeatedly underperforming in state elections despite extensive campaigning by Rahul Gandhi and top leaders, alternative leadership options including Mamata Banerjee are also being discussed by alliance partners.
Azam Khan's Meeting with Akhilesh Yadav Signals Political Resilience and Unity in Samajwadi Party
Nov 07, 2025 08:09 pm CST
Veteran Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan met with party president Akhilesh Yadav in Lucknow, emphasizing resilience against political persecution. Recently released after two years of imprisonment, Khan discussed the ongoing injustices faced by party members and the need for political change in Uttar Pradesh, reinforcing his commitment to the party despite earlier speculation about potential rifts.
Akhilesh Yadav's Sharp Response to Yogi Adityanath's 'Three Monkeys' Jibe in Bihar Election Campaign
Nov 05, 2025 01:23 pm CST
Amid Bihar's heated election campaign, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav delivered a scathing comeback to Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath's 'Appu, Pappu and Tappu' jibe against opposition leaders. This exchange highlights intensifying political rhetoric as the NDA alliance and Mahagathbandhan coalition compete in the upcoming two-phase Bihar Assembly elections scheduled for early November.
Azam Khan Confirms Unbroken 45-Year Bond with Akhilesh Yadav Despite Jail Time
Oct 31, 2025 08:48 pm CST
Senior Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan dismisses rumors of rift with Akhilesh Yadav, confirming their 45-year relationship remains intact despite his two-year imprisonment. Released from Sitapur jail in September, Khan expresses gratitude for Yadav's prison visits while focusing on unity within the SP ahead of the crucial 2027 UP assembly elections.