West Bengal elections see Mamata Banerjee's TMC receiving support from regional leaders. Jharkhand's Hemant Soren and RJD's Tejashwi Yadav have campaigned for TMC candidates. AAP's Arvind Kejriwal and SP's Akhilesh Yadav are also expected to join. This alliance aims to curb BJP's growth in the state. The opposition's momentum hinges on TMC's performance. Congress is contesting separately.

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav pledges swift 24-hour payments for sugarcane farmers if his party wins in 2027. He promises loan waivers, crop insurance, free irrigation, and assured minimum support prices. A Rs 15,000 crore farmer revolving fund is proposed to ensure timely payments. Yadav also plans to develop smart villages and promote organic farming, aiming to improve farmers' livelihoods.

Prayagraj, April 22: Uttar Pradeshs Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya has launched a strong attack on opposition parties while defending the central governments policies on womens empowerment and reservation. He criticized Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav, stating that the demand for separate reservation for Muslim women is appeasement politics and goes against the spirit ... Read more Deputy CM Keshav Maurya Criticizes Demand for Separate Reservation for Muslim Women

Lucknow, April 22: Akhilesh Yadav, the National President of the Samajwadi Party, has launched a strong attack on the BJP, labeling it as an organized gang. He accused the party of misleading the public through hatred and confusion. During a meeting at the partys state office with former candidates and leaders for reserved seats for ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes BJP, Predicts Their Exit from Power in 2027

INDIA bloc leaders, including J&K CM Omar Abdullah, Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav, and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav have been in touch with Mamata Banerjee and TMC leaders; AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal extends support to the West Bengal CM

Azamgarh, April 22: OP Rajbhar, a minister in the Uttar Pradesh government, launched a scathing attack on Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav during an event in Azamgarh. Rajbhar made several serious allegations against Yadav. Speaking to reporters, Rajbhar stated, Akhilesh Yadav is lying. When a cleric made an objectionable comment about his wife, he ... Read more OP Rajbhar Criticizes Akhilesh Yadav: If He Cant Protect His Wife, How Will He Stand for Women in the Country?

Mumbai, April 21: Akhilesh Yadav, the National President of the Samajwadi Party, criticized the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday, claiming that the partys approach to womens reservation is merely a facade. He asserted that the BJPs intentions have always been questionable regarding this issue. Yadav emphasized that the Samajwadi Party has consistently supported ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Accuses BJP of Insincerity on Womens Reservation

LUCKNOW, Apr 21: Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday said Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanaths padyatra against the defeat of a constitution amendment bill for the implementation of womens reservation in legislatures is practice for the BJP to sit in the Opposition. Addressing a press conference here, Yadav said, This padyatra was practice. It shows that they will have to agitate like this when they sit in the Opposition. This is the first government which, while being i

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has rejected Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent comment calling him a friend. Yadav stated he does not need such friends and questioned the nature of any assistance provided. He also cautioned the public to remain vigilant, alleging the BJP might resort to extreme actions as it faces defeat.

Lucknow, April 20: Akhilesh Yadav, the national president of the Samajwadi Party, made a significant electoral announcement on Monday. He stated that if the SP forms the government in 2027, consumers will receive up to 300 units of free electricity. Additionally, women will be granted an annual pension of 40,000. Yadav sharply criticized the current ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Promises Free Electricity and Pension for Women if SP Wins in 2027

Uttar Pradesh Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar accused Akhilesh Yadav of lying about women's reservation, claiming the Samajwadi Party opposed the bill fearing BJP credit. Yadav, however, stated opposition parties support women's reservation but want SC, ST, and OBC inclusion. Prime Minister Modi criticized the opposition for blocking the bill, calling it an insult to women.

Lucknow, April 19: Uttar Pradesh Minister OP Rajbhar has criticized Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav. He questioned how someone who cannot stand up for his wifes honor can have any regard for the women of the country. In a discussion in Lucknow, Rajbhar targeted the SP over its opposition to womens reservation and alleged ... Read more OP Rajbhar Critiques Akhilesh Yadavs Stance on Womens Issues

Lucknow, April 19: Akhilesh Yadav, the president of the Samajwadi Party (SP), launched a verbal attack on the central government on Sunday regarding the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam (Womens Reservation Bill). He accused the BJP of orchestrating a dangerous conspiracy to mislead the nation on the issue of womens reservation. Yadav praised opposition parties for ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes BJP Over Womens Reservation Bill Amid Allegations of Harassment

Fatehpur: Sheshman Yadav and his son Aryan Yadav never expected that serving tea to Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav in February would lead to being harassed, targeted, and even having their roadside tea stall shut down in Uttar Pradeshs Fatehpur. The MP was passing through the area when he stopped at the tea stall to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can a

Lucknow, Apr 19: Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday said the BJP-led NDA has no right to remain in power at the Centre because its failure to get a Constitution amendment bill passed in the Lok Sabha to tweak the womens quota law has shown that it didnt represent the will of the people. The opposition, in real terms, represents peoples will, the former Uttar Pradesh chief minister said. Speaking at the party headquarters here, Yadav also said that [] The post Defeat of bill on wo

Lucknow, April 18: Akhilesh Yadav, the national president of the Samajwadi Party (SP), has launched a sharp attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) regarding the Womens Reservation Bill. He stated that this bill was introduced to divert public attention from growing dissent and anger against the BJP, ultimately marking the partys defeat and revealing ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Exposes BJPs Malintent Over Womens Reservation Bill

Prayagraj, April 17: Uttar Pradeshs Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya launched a sharp attack on Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav during a press conference in Prayagraj on Friday. He criticized Yadavs statements regarding reservation for Muslim women, accusing him of engaging in vote-bank politics. Maurya stated, Akhilesh Yadav is indulging in vote-bank politics. ... Read more Uttar Pradesh Deputy CM Accuses SP of Vote-Bank Politics Targeting Muslims

SIVAGANGA (TAMIL NADU): Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram on Friday asserted that the proposed delimitation bill will be defeated in Parliament. Addressing reporters here, he said, Sonia Gandhi, Mamata Banerjee, M K Stalin, and Akhilesh Yadav will ensure its defeat, and added that the bill cannot be passed if all opposition leaders unite. Describing the []

New Delhi, April 17: Opposition leaders gathered for a special session regarding the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, expressing their views and targeting the central BJP government. Akhilesh Yadav, President of the Samajwadi Party, spoke to the media outside the assembly, stating, Understanding the decisions of the Bharatiya Janata Party is quite challenging. When they mentioned ... Read more Opposition Leaders Criticize BJP Government Over Womens Reservation Bill

New Delhi, April 17: Bihar BJP President Sanjay Sarawagi and JD(U) spokesperson Rajiv Ranjan Prasad shared their views on the Womens Reservation Bill and the ongoing discussions about redistricting. They also raised questions regarding those opposing the Womens Reservation Bill. Sanjay Sarawagi stated, It is rightly said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has provided representation ... Read more Sanjay Sarawagi Urges Akhilesh Yadav to Empower Muslim Women with Tickets

Akhilesh Yadav had also accused the BJP of reducing women to slogans (nari ko naara) and questioned how the party was treating its women leaders.

Akhilesh Yadav accused the BJP of using the Women's Reservation Act to delay the census and demanded inclusion of OBC and Muslim women in the quota. He questioned the BJP's commitment to women's representation, citing a lack of female leaders in its parent organization and BJP-ruled states.

The Samajwadi Party chief says the womens reservation law should be implemented after a caste census so that representation for women from backward communities can be ensured in a fair manner

New Delhi, April 16: Former Union Minister and senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Smriti Irani has hit back at Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav. Yadav recently made a statement implying that he had lost to a saas-bahu (mother-in-law and daughter-in-law) narrative without naming anyone. In response, Irani advised Yadav to focus on Parliament ... Read more Smriti Irani Responds to Akhilesh Yadavs Remarks on Women in Politics

New Delhi, April 16: During a discussion in the Lok Sabha on delimitation and womens reservation, Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav raised serious questions against the BJP and the central government. Akhilesh Yadav stated that the Samajwadi Party supports womens reservation, which has always been part of their ideology. He referenced Ram Manohar Lohia, emphasizing ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Questions BJP on Women Chief Ministers in Parliament

Home Minister Amit Shah and SP chief Akhilesh Yadav clashed in Parliament over the Women's Reservation Bill. Yadav questioned the urgency without an updated Census, demanding a caste-based enumeration. Shah assured that a caste census would be conducted after the ongoing Census process, while also stating religion-based reservations are unconstitutional.

New Delhi, April 16: A heated debate erupted in the Lok Sabha on Thursday between Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav and Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding the Womens Reservation Bill. Yadav raised questions about the governments intentions, prompting a sharp rebuttal from Shah. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla had to intervene amidst the escalating ... Read more Heated Debate in Lok Sabha Over Womens Reservation Bill

Parliament saw a face-off between Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav over the Women's Reservation Bill.

New Delhi, April 16: Members of the Samajwadi Party have expressed their support for the Womens Reservation Bill. Party leader Akhilesh Yadav criticized the central government on Thursday, stating that while the Samajwadi Party is in favor of womens reservation, it opposes the haste with which the bill is being presented. Regarding the Womens Reservation ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Questions Governments Urgency on Womens Reservation Bill

LUCKNOW, Apr 15: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday expressed concern over a massive fire that broke out at a slum cluster in the Tedhi Pulia area of Vikas Nagar here, calling for immediate relief and a thorough investigation. In the fire, about 200 shanties were gutted this evening, according to officials. The defence minister, who represents the Lucknow Lok Sabha constituency, spoke to the district magistrate (DM) to take stock of the situation

Lucknow, April 15: Akhilesh Yadav, the national president of the Samajwadi Party (SP), has launched a scathing attack on the BJP regarding the Womens Reservation Bill. He labeled it a political maneuver and a conspiracy against the rights of the PDA (Backward, Dalit, and Minority) community. Yadav accused the BJP of rushing this initiative to ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes BJP Over Womens Reservation Bill

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav backed the womens reservation bill but accused the BJP of pushing it with a hidden agenda. He raised concerns over the lack of representation for OBC women and avoiding a caste-based census

The Samajwadi Party (SP) president, Akhilesh Yadav, pushed his PDA(Pichhda, Dalit, Alpasankhyak)acronymfor Backwards, Dalit and Minorities on the occasion calling for a broader unity of social justice forces

Prayagraj, April 14: Senior BJP leader Siddharth Nath Singh has sharply criticized Akhilesh Yadav, the president of the Samajwadi Party. Singh accused Yadav of shedding crocodile tears for workers in Noida, questioning what actions his government took for their welfare during his tenure. In a conversation in Prayagraj, Singh stated that Yadav should not display ... Read more Siddharth Nath Singh Criticizes Akhilesh Yadavs Concerns for Workers

Ayodhya, April 14: Saints from Ayodhya have reacted sharply to Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadavs recent comments labeling Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath as a fake saint. This statement was made during a speech in Sultanpur on Monday, where Yadav suggested that some people correctly identify Adityanath as a fake saint, warning the people ... Read more Ayodhya Saints Respond Strongly to Akhilesh Yadavs Fake Saint Remarks

Lucknow, April 14: On the occasion of Dr. B.R. Ambedkars birthday, Akhilesh Yadav, the national president of the Samajwadi Party, paid tribute by laying a wreath at his statue in Hazratganj, Lucknow. During the ceremony, Yadav reaffirmed the partys commitment to safeguarding the Constitution. Speaking to the media afterward, he emphasized that Ambedkars fight for ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Honors Ambedkar, Vows to Protect Constitution

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav accused the BJP government of vandalizing the most Ambedkar statues during its decade-long rule, alleging a false electoral message through budget announcements. He also blamed the UP government for administrative failure in the recent Noida worker unrest, vowing to establish social justice in 2027.

Lucknow, April 14: Akhilesh Yadav, the National President of the Samajwadi Party, addressed the protests by factory workers, stating that if inflation affects daily life, people will certainly raise their voices. On Tuesday, Yadav visited a Gurudwara in Lucknow to celebrate the festival of Baisakhi. He extended his greetings to citizens across the country, emphasizing ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Voices Concerns Over Rising Inflation Impacting Daily Life

Hyderabad, April 14: BJP leader TR Srinivas has responded to Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadavs comments regarding the violence involving workers in Noida. In an interview with a news agency on Tuesday, he stated that Yadavs remarks raise several serious questions. Srinivas emphasized that the inquiries Yadav made about intelligence in the context of the ... Read more BJP Responds to Noida Violence: TR Srinivas Questions Akhilesh Yadavs Statements

The Noida protests offer the opposition an opportunity to test the ruling BJP's dominance running up to next year's Uttar Pradesh Assembly election, and Samajwadi Party boss Akhilesh Yadav and the Congress have acted.

Lucknow, April 14: Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav has responded to the recent protests by workers in Noida. He has accused Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and the BJP government of being responsible for the incident. On Tuesday, during a visit to pay homage to the statue of Bhimrao Ambedkar in Hazratganj, Lucknow, Yadav addressed questions ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes CM Yogi Over Noida Unrest, Calls It Government Failure

The Supreme Court referred Teesta Setalvad's passport plea to a three-judge bench, while Akhilesh Yadav blamed BJP policies for Noida violence. Internationally, the UK will not back a Strait of Hormuz blockade amid the Iran war's economic impact. In sports, India's growing identity in major events was highlighted, and Faf du Plessis advised Mumbai Indians to rely less on Bumrah.

The former Uttar Pradesh chief minister also shared a video clip of incidents of arson and vandalism during the protests.

Factory workers in Noida staged violent protests demanding a salary hike. Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav and Congress chief Ajay Rai criticized the BJP government's policies, alleging they favor capitalists over laborers. The unrest saw incidents of arson and vandalism. Authorities have deployed heavy police presence and are working to control the situation.

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav blamed BJP government policies for the violent protests by workers in Noida over wage demands, alleging that labourers are being neglected amid rising inflation

The meetings to be addressed by the party president, Akhilesh Yadav, aim to create a consensus on the development agenda ahead of the Assembly elections in the State

Lucknow, April 12: Akhilesh Yadav, the national president of the Samajwadi Party, has criticized the state government for its failure to assist farmers affected by unseasonal rain, storms, and hail. He stated that farmers in the state have been neglected and have yet to receive any substantial relief. In a statement released on Sunday, Yadav ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Accuses Government of Neglecting Farmers Amidst Weather Woes

Jaipur, April 12: Rajasthans political landscape became a focal point of activity on Saturday when Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav made an unexpected remark that has ignited speculation among various political factions. In a surprising statement, Yadav claimed, If Vasundhara Raje were the Chief Minister, the quality of work being done would be significantly better. ... Read more Akhilesh Yadavs Remark Sparks Political Stir in Rajasthan

Lucknow, April 10: A heated exchange over language has emerged between Uttar Pradeshs Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak and Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav. The conflict ignited when Yadav made a sarcastic remark about the Awadhi language, prompting Pathak to respond by suggesting that Yadav has issues with Indian culture and local languages. On Friday, ... Read more Language Dispute Erupts Between UP Deputy CM and Akhilesh Yadav

Lucknow, April 9: Pankaj Chaudhary, the state president of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has responded sharply to comments made by Akhilesh Yadav, the national president of the Samajwadi Party, regarding the Election Commission. Chaudhary labeled Yadavs statements as contrary to democratic norms, asserting that they undermine the dignity of constitutional institutions. Chaudhary pointed out ... Read more Akhilesh Yadavs Remarks on Election Commission Criticized by BJP Leader Pankaj Chaudhary

Lucknow, April 8: The leader of the Samajwadi Party, Akhilesh Yadav, has expressed confidence that Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will win the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections. He stated that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will not be able to prevent her victory. Speaking to the media in Lucknow, Yadav emphasized that the people of ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Predicts Mamata Banerjees Victory in Bengal Elections

The posters show Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav in the avatar of Rehmain Dakait and pit him against Yogi Adityanath

Akhilesh Yadav said any policy must rest on accurate data, arguing that the women's reservation framework is flawed if it relies on outdated population figures of the 2011 Census

Lucknow, April 3: Akhilesh Yadav, the national president of the Samajwadi Party, has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of weakening constitutional institutions and fostering an environment of corruption and looting in the state. He stated that the current government operates on a manvadhan and is damaging democratic values. While addressing a meeting of youth ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes Government for Undermining Constitutional Institutions

Lucknow: Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Friday, April 3, claimed the Constitution is under threat and public institutions are being weakened under the government, as he announced that his party would raise awareness on the issue at the grassroots level. Addressing a press conference here, Yadav said SP has decided to celebrate the birth Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribin

Mau, April 2: In a recent rally, Om Prakash Rajbhar, a minister in the Yogi government, launched a verbal attack on the Samajwadi Party (SP) and its leader, Akhilesh Yadav. He asserted that the SP lacks genuine grassroots support, while the voter base of NDA allies is significantly stronger. Referring to the rally in Dadri, ... Read more OP Rajbhar Critiques SPs Ground Support, Claims NDA Allies Are Stronger

Lucknow, April 1: The Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections in 2027 are still some time away, but Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav has already kicked off the campaign with a rally in Dadri. The BJP has dismissed this rally as a failure, prompting a strong rebuttal from SP leaders. SP legislator Ravidas Mehrotra described the ... Read more BJP Disturbed by Akhilesh Yadavs Rally in Dadri: Ravidas Mehrotra

Lucknow, March 31: As the race for the West Bengal Assembly elections heats up, Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav has openly supported Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. He asserted that Banerjee will secure victory and form the government once again. In response, Uttar Pradesh Minister Danish Azad Ansari has countered Yadavs claims. Akhilesh Yadav believes that ... Read more Uttar Pradesh Minister Claims BJP Will Form Government in Bengal

New Delhi, March 31: Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi has reacted to the claims made by Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav regarding the BJPs poor performance in the West Bengal elections. Naqvi pointed out that Yadav has made similar predictions in the past. He recalled Yadavs hasty statements during the Bihar ... Read more Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi Responds to Akhilesh Yadavs Claims on BJPs Election Performance

LUCKNOW, Mar 29: Hitting out at Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav without taking his name, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday said what right did he have to talk about development in Noida when he avoided the place over his superstitions. In some sections of UPs political circles, there is a superstition that any chief minister who visits Noida loses power. Speaking at a programme in Lucknow, where appointment letters were distributed to 665 nursing officers, Adityanath sa

Lucknow, March 30: Uttar Pradeshs Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak and Keshav Prasad Maurya have labeled the recent rally of Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav in Dadri as a complete failure. Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak stated that no matter how hard the SP leader tries, the public has not forgotten his tenure. Therefore, Akhilesh ... Read more Akhilesh Yadavs Rally Declared a Failure by UP Deputy CM

Lucknow, March 29: Senior leader of the Samajwadi Party (SP), Ravidas Mehrotra, has asserted that the SP will form the government in the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, with Akhilesh Yadav as the next Chief Minister. Mehrotras statement comes in the wake of a public address by SP chief Akhilesh Yadav in Dadri. He discussed ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Set to Lead SP Government in 2027, Claims Ravidas Mehrotra

Dadri, March 29: The Samajwadi Party (SP) showcased its strength in Dadri with the Samajwadi Equality Brotherhood rally, where party chief Akhilesh Yadav launched a fierce attack on the BJP. He raised questions about the tactics used to gather crowds at PM Modis rallies and the claims of development made by the government. Akhilesh Yadav ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes PM Modis Rally Tactics in Dadri

Lucknow, March 27: Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav has asserted that long queues are forming outside petrol pumps and gas agencies. Cameras never lie, he stated. These modern-day eyes capture the reality of the situation. During a media interaction in Lucknow regarding the shortage of LPG and petrol-diesel, Yadav urged media friends to recognize that ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes Government Over Fuel Crisis: Cameras Dont Lie

Yadav demands investigation into Uttar Pradesh MoUs, claiming they involve financially unstable companies misrepresenting investments.

Questioning the government's preparedness in dealing with rising costs and supply issues, he alleged that changes in LPG cylinder supply were not matched with adequate production planning.

Noida, March 26: The Samajwadi Party (SP) is set to kick off its election campaign once again from Western Uttar Pradesh. SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav will inaugurate the campaign with a Sadbhavna Rally on March 29 at Mihir Bhoj Degree College in Dadri, Gautam Buddh Nagar. Party workers and officials are showing significant enthusiasm for ... Read more Samajwadi Party Launches Election Campaign with Akhilesh Yadavs Rally in Gautam Buddh Nagar

New Delhi, March 26: BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh has sharply criticized Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Akhilesh Yadav, stating that during the SPs rule, criminals like Atiq Ahmed thrived. He claimed that the SP government provided protection to criminals. In a recent conversation, Chugh pointed out that under Akhilesh Yadavs leadership, Uttar Pradesh became ... Read more BJPs Tarun Chugh Criticizes SPs Record on Crime Under Akhilesh Yadav

Lucknow, March 25: In a sharp rebuttal to recent comments made by Samajwadi Party (SP) President Akhilesh Yadav, Pankaj Chaudhary, the state president of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Minister of State for Finance, labeled the SPs PDA initiative as the Family Development Authority. Chaudhary accused the SP of promoting nepotism rather than social ... Read more Pankaj Chaudhary Critiques SP, Calls PDA Family Development Authority

Lucknow, March 25: Senior Samajwadi Party leader Ravidas Mehrotra has criticized the BJP, stating that the popularity of SP chief Akhilesh Yadav is on the rise, causing anxiety among BJP leaders. This statement comes in response to MLA Pooja Pals claim regarding the film Dhurandhar-2, which she says reveals the truth about mafia gangster Atiq ... Read more Akhilesh Yadavs Growing Popularity Worries BJP: Ravidas Mehrotra

Lucknow, March 22: Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya of Uttar Pradesh has responded to the statements made by Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav. Maurya urged Yadav to stop dreaming unrealistic dreams. He asserted that in 2027, they will replicate their success from 2017. During a media interaction in Lucknow, Maurya stated that he ... Read more Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya Challenges SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav Ahead of 2027 Elections

Lucknow, March 21: In the wake of escalating tensions and war-like conditions in the Middle East, Akhilesh Yadav, the national president of the Samajwadi Party, launched a sharp critique of the central governments foreign policy on Saturday. He emphasized that the socialist ideology has always opposed war and advocates for peace. Speaking to reporters in ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes Indias Foreign Policy Amid Rising Tensions

Lucknow, March 19: The recent incident in Varanasi, where non-vegetarian biryani was served on a boat in the Ganges, has sparked controversy once again. Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav has expressed support for 14 Muslim youths involved in the event, questioning what the issue is with breaking fast on a boat. His remarks have ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Disrespects Sanatan Culture, Claims Jayveer Singh

Lucknow, March 19: Om Prakash Rajbhar, a minister in the Uttar Pradesh government, has sharply criticized Akhilesh Yadav, the leader of the Samajwadi Party, over his comments regarding an Iftar party held on a boat in the Ganges River. Rajbhar accused Yadav of making statements solely to cater to his voter base. Speaking to a ... Read more Controversy Erupts Over Iftar Party on Ganges: OP Rajbhar Criticizes Akhilesh Yadavs Remarks

Lucknow, March 18: On the occasion of the Uttar Pradesh governments nine-year anniversary, Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya addressed a gathering in Lucknow. He reflected on the years 2016 and 2017, recalling the decisive struggle against the chaotic governance of the Samajwadi Party. Under Prime Minister Narendra Modis leadership, the government had already formed ... Read more Keshav Maurya Criticizes Akhilesh Yadavs Tenure in Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow, March 17: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav have demanded that the founder of the Bahujan Samaj Party, Kanshi Ram, be awarded the Bharat Ratna. In response, Uttar Pradesh minister Asim Arun expressed his views during an interview with a news agency on Tuesday. He stated that Congress has consistently ... Read more Congresss Betrayal of Dalit Interests: Asim Arun Responds

Mumbai: Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has said his party supports the demand to remove Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, alleging that he was indulging in dishonesty. Opposition MPs have submitted notices in both Houses of Parliament seeking a motion for the removal of Kumar. As many as 130 Lok Sabha members and 63 Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our chan

Ladakh activist Sonam Wangchuk's detention has been revoked. Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav questioned his initial jailing. The Ministry of Home Affairs stated its commitment to dialogue and peace in Ladakh. The government is engaging with stakeholders to address regional concerns. Protests have impacted the region's economy.

Samajwadi Party chief said the responsibility of the LPG crisis in India is on the BJP government, both at the Centre and State in U.P.

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav highlighted the widespread frustration over LPG cylinder shortages in North India with a satirical couplet. He alleged that the ruling BJP government's 'achhe din' have run empty, leading to long queues and black marketing of cooking gas, impacting even wedding preparations.

LUCKNOW, Mar 9: Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Monday said that in view of the prevailing wartime conditions in the Middle East, Indias priority should be to deliberate on key issues related to national security, foreign policy and the safety of its citizens stranded abroad. In an X post, the Samajwadi Party chief said that when the Budget Session of Parliament went into recess, the issues before the country were different; the current circumstances demand urgent attention to matter

New Delhi, Mar 9: Opposition MPs, including Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, former party chief Rahul Gandhi and SP chief Akhilesh Yadav, staged a protest in Parliament House complex on Monday, demanding a discussion on the West Asia conflict and slamming the government for its silence on critical issues related to it. Earlier, opposition parties floor leaders met in Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Kharges chamber in Parliament House complex to deliberate on the strategy for the se

Holi is being celebrated with vibrant enthusiasm across Uttar Pradesh. CM Yogi Adityanath joined festivities in Gorakhpur, while Akhilesh Yadav marked the occasion in Saifai. Unique traditions were also seen in Ayodhya, Vrindavan, and Shahjahanpur.

In February 2024, SP MLAs Manoj Kumar Pandey (Unchahar), Abhay Singh (Gosainganj) and Rakesh Pratap Singh (Gauriganj) cross-voted in favour of BJP candidates in the Rajya Sabha elections, helping the BJP secure an additional seat. After giving them time to reconsider, SP chief Akhilesh Yadav expelled the trio in June 2025.

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav voiced strong support for former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal after the Rouse Avenue Court discharged Kejriwal and others in the Delhi Excise Policy case, ruling there was no criminal intent and failing to substantiate conspiracy claims. Yadav also criticized the BJP and religious figures for alleged involvement.

LUCKNOW, Feb 26: Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati on Thursday accused the Samajwadi Party of indulging in political theatrics by proposing to observe PDA Day on the birth anniversary of BSP founder Kanshi Ram and alleged that the Akhilesh Yadav-led party has historically been opposed to Dalits, OBCs and the Bahujan community. SP chief Yadav coined the acronym PDA in June 2023, which stands for Pichhde (backward classes), Dalits and Alpsankhyak (minorities). In a post in Hindi on X, Mayawati []

Lucknow, Feb 25 (PTI) Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday said that notices to voters were being issued on a large scale during the SIR and described the exercise as the BJPs votebandi (depriving one of voting right) after notebandi (demonetisation), alleging the ruling partys intent was wrong then and remains wrong now. Yadav, according to a party statement, alleged that earlier only Muslims were harassed for documents, but now Hindus too were receiving repeated notices during the

Mr. Yadav also accused the BJP of spreading hatred through social media by circulating fake videos and alleged that attempts were made in the past to incite communal tension for electoral gains

Youth Congress workers on Friday carried out a shirtless protest inside the venue, waving t-shirts with protest messages targeting 'compromised Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Youth Congress workers on Friday carried out a shirtless protest at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath declared disrespecting 'Vande Mataram' a national betrayal. He suggested Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav attend RSS shakhas to learn discipline. Adityanath highlighted Uttar Pradesh's transformation since 2017, citing improved investment and economic growth. He also addressed comparisons between Tipu Sultan and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, calling Shivaji a national hero.

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath asks Akhilesh Yadav to back Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi, targets opposition leaders, and expresses confidence in BJPs double-engine government returning to power in 2027.

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer Navdeep Rinwa on Tuesday rejected SP chief Akhilesh Yadavs allegations regarding large-scale irregularities in the SIR exercise, asserting that the use of Form 7 for deletion of names is a statutory and legally mandated process. Rinwa told reporters here that the entire exercise relating to preparation and revision of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegra

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav has alleged large-scale irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Uttar Pradesh, claiming that names of SP supporters, particularly from PDA communities, are being selectively deleted.

LUCKNOW, Feb 16: Alleging large-scale irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav on Monday demanded action against those responsible and sought greater transparency in the process. Addressing a press conference at the party office here, Yadav said the SP would seek time from the Election Commission and submit a memorandum on Tuesday, urging it to clarify under which rules FIRs should be registered and action taken if a

Lucknow: Former Uttar Pradesh minister and ex-Congress leader Naseemuddin Siddiqui on Sunday joined the Akhilesh Yadav-led Samajwadi Party in Lucknow, saying he respects the party chief immensely and will work to strengthen the organisation at the grassroots. I have old relations with Akhilesh Siddiqui, who was earlier associated with the Bahujan Samaj Party and later joined the Congress, formally joined the Samajwadi Party in the presence of Akhilesh Yadav. He said he shared old ties with Yadav