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Reservation Row: JNU and BHU have given jobs to less than 15% of PDA families, says Akhilesh Yadav
SP chief and MP Akhilesh Yadav says, "The BJP is working against the basic value of reservation...Discrimination is happening with the families of PDA (Picchda, Dalit and Alpasankhyak)...There is no representation from the families of PDA in the vice-c...
How Akhilesh's 'PDA' plank turned the tide for Samajwadi Party in Uttar Pradesh
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav plays a key role in almost halving BJP’s seat tally in UP to 37 from 64 in 2019 polls with a smart ticket distribution plan and by raising issues of unemployment, price rise. INDIA bloc also gets backing of Dalits dissuaded by BJP and BSP
SP leaders question party's PDA strategy after RS nominations
Samajwadi Party's Rajya Sabha nominations have sparked controversy among party leaders. Saleem Shervani and Swami Prasad Maurya resigned over lack of representation. MLA Pallavi Patel criticized the lack of diversity. The party's PDA strategy is being questioned.
BJP builds Rajya Sabha fight in UP by naming ex-SP MP Sanjay Seth as candidate
The BJP surprised by naming Sanjay Seth, a former SP MP and top UP realtor, as its eighth candidate for the Rajya Sabha polls in UP. The move adds competition for the 10 vacant RS seats, posing a challenge for the Samajwadi Party (SP). With polls set for February 27, the BJP already announced seven names while the SP announced three, including Jaya Bachchan. Seth, a founder of Shalimar Corp, joined BJP in 2019 after quitting SP.
Samajwadi Party names 16 for LS polls from UP; 3 Yadav family members in list
The Samajwadi Party (SP) unveiled its initial list of 16 candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, featuring three members from the Yadav family and three MLAs. Despite ongoing talks with the Congress in Uttar Pradesh, the SP's announcement signals a move forward. Notably, the list includes MP Dimple Yadav, Dharmendra Yadav, and Akshay Yadav, along with other prominent leaders. The release precedes Congress's announcement, indicating a potential push for alliance negotiations.
Samajwadi Party offers 11 Lok Sabha seats to Congress in UP, Akhilesh says alliance 'off to good start'
The Samajwadi Party has announced an alliance with the Congress, offering them 11 Lok Sabha seats in Uttar Pradesh. Former chief minister Akhilesh Yadav expressed optimism about the alliance and the winning equation. Talks between the Samajwadi Party and the Congress are progressing positively, with seat-sharing formula being discussed. The alliance is expected to benefit the Congress, the Samajwadi Party, and the INDIA bloc. Meanwhile, there are indications that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar may return to the BJP-led NDA, potentially affecting the opposition bloc.
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SP's 'PDA' cadre to reach out to weaker communities
"The PDA strategy is being implemented through polling booths. We are also conducting a Samvidhan Bachao and Jan Chaupal program," Mithai Lal Bharti, president of SP's Ambedkar Vahini (Dalit wing) told ET, adding that the primary message of the party is social justice and protection of democracy.
Uttar Pradesh: BJP rising, BSP fading and SP-led INDIA bloc hazy
The Opposition Samajwadi Party, Congress and the RLD are trying to play on caste and local sentiments to create obstacles in BJP's march. There are others like BSP which, despite having a decent vote share, are sitting on the fence. Smaller parties have largely gravitated towards the BJP.
2024 Lok Sabha elections: 65 seats one of the suggestions, says Akhilesh Yadav on party spokesperson Fakhrul Hasan Chand's statement
Though seat-sharing discussions have not begun, Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance constituents have been posturing on their expectations. RLD has said that it would contest 12 seats, while Congress insiders expect the party to contest more than 20 seats, referencing the party's 2009 tally, when it won 21 Lok Sabha seats in UP. SP leaders privately disagree with Congress' expectations.
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