The Congress criticized BSP chief Mayawati for her decision to contest upcoming elections independently, accusing her of indirectly supporting “anti-constitutional forces.” Party spokesperson Surendra Rajput questioned the basis of Mayawati’s statements regarding alliance possibilities and called for clarification. Rajput highlighted that no political party had expressed interest in forming an alliance with Mayawati for the elections, urging her to clarify whom she was referring to.
Mayawati, on her 70th birthday, announced that the BSP would independently contest all elections nationwide, including the crucial 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, aiming to secure a government with a full majority in the state. Emphasizing her party’s independent strategy, she stated that contesting elections without alliances was more suitable. Mayawati underscored her party’s commitment to ensuring dignity, fair representation, and secure livelihoods for various communities, including Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, and farmers.
During a press conference in Lucknow, the former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister directly addressed the Brahmin community, cautioning them against being misled by the Congress, BJP, or Samajwadi Party. Meanwhile, Rajput also commented on the Supreme Court seeking responses from both parties in the Kolkata I-PAC raid case, emphasizing the importance of presenting a response to the Court for a fair determination of the matter according to the Constitution.
