Akhilesh Yadav Unveils Vision for Small Businesses, MSMEs and Tourism-Led Growth in Agra

Agra: Samajwadi Party National President and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday participated as the chief guest at the Vision India programme in Agra, where he addressed the theme, “Why Are Small Businesses Being Ruined?” He outlined an extensive roadmap focused on strengthening small traders, artisans, MSMEs, tourism, and youth employment in Uttar Pradesh. Addressing entrepreneurs, traders and industry representatives, Yadav said that prosperity in the state depends on the success of small businesses. He emphasized that small enterprises form the backbone of Uttar Pradesh’s economy and…

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Akhilesh Yadav Alleges Rampant Corruption, Law and Order Collapse Under BJP Government in Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow | Samajwadi Party National President and former Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has strongly criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in Uttar Pradesh, alleging widespread corruption, deteriorating law and order, and policy failures across key sectors. Addressing party workers and leaders from various districts at the Samajwadi Party state headquarters in Lucknow on Wednesday, Yadav said that “commission-based politics” has reached its peak in the state and alleged that corruption and illegal mining have become widespread under the current regime. Allegations of Law and Order Breakdown Yadav claimed that the…

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The Purvanchal Power Equation: Why Dhananjay Singh’s Meeting with Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak Matters

Lucknow: Politics in Uttar Pradesh rarely moves in straight lines. It is a landscape shaped by caste equations, personal loyalties, regional power centres, and strategic alliances that often carry meanings far beyond official statements. Against this backdrop, the recent meeting between former MP Dhananjay Singh and Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak has generated considerable political interest, particularly across eastern Uttar Pradesh, where local influence and social networks continue to play a decisive role in electoral outcomes. While no formal announcement emerged from the interaction, the optics of the…

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West Bengal, Tamil Nadu Poll Results Trigger Political Reassessment for Akhilesh Yadav Ahead of UP Elections

Lucknow/New Delhi: The recent Assembly election outcomes in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu have sparked fresh political calculations within the opposition camp, with the ripple effects now being felt in Uttar Pradesh. According to political sources, the developments have prompted the Samajwadi Party to reassess its electoral strategy ahead of the crucial 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. One of the most significant developments has been the reported termination of the Samajwadi Party’s agreement with election strategy firm Indian Political Action Committee. Sources indicate that the partnership, finalized earlier this year,…

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Daughter Honors Late Prateek Yadav with Emotional Tattoo Tribute

Lucknow: In a touching tribute to her late father, Padmaja, the younger daughter of Prateek Yadav, has chosen to preserve his memory through a deeply personal tattoo. The artwork, inked on her hand, depicts her father lovingly embracing her, symbolizing an everlasting bond between the two. The emotional gesture has drawn widespread attention after tattoo artist Sakshi Panwar shared a video of the tattooing process on Instagram. In the video, Padmaja can be seen getting the portrait tattooed on her hand and repeatedly admiring it with visible emotion. According to…

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Samajwadi Party Pays Tribute to Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar on Her 301st Birth Anniversary

Lucknow: The 301st birth anniversary of Veerangana Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar was observed with simplicity and reverence at the Samajwadi Party state headquarters in Lucknow on Tuesday. Senior party leaders paid floral tributes to the portrait of the revered queen and remembered her contributions to good governance, social welfare, cultural preservation, and women’s empowerment. Former Cabinet Minister Rajendra Chaudhary and Samajwadi Party State President Shyam Lal Pal led the tribute ceremony by garlanding the portrait of Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar and offering their respects. On the occasion, Samajwadi Party National President and…

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BJP Counters SP’s PDA Strategy with New Social Outreach Formula in Purvanchal

Lucknow | As political activity intensifies ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has unveiled a fresh organizational strategy in eastern Uttar Pradesh, commonly known as Purvanchal. Political observers believe the move is designed to counter the Samajwadi Party’s PDA (Backward, Dalit and Minority) outreach by strengthening the BJP’s appeal among Backward Classes, Dalits and Vaishya communities. The party recently announced new district presidents in five key districts—Ambedkar Nagar, Varanasi, Chandauli, Gorakhpur Metropolitan and Deoria—after consultations between state leadership and the party high command. The…

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Mayawati Seeks to Rebuild BSP Through Inclusive Social Coalition Ahead of UP Assembly Polls

Lucknow | With the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections approaching, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati is once again attempting to revive the party’s successful 2007 “Sarvajan” (all communities) political formula by bringing together Dalits, Brahmins, Muslims and other social groups under a broader electoral coalition. Political observers note that the BSP’s renewed outreach reflects a determined effort to regain lost ground after a series of disappointing electoral performances. Through the revival of “Bhaichara Committees” and a renewed emphasis on social engineering, the party is seeking to reconnect with communities that…

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Samajwadi Party Celebrates 301st Birth Anniversary of Rajmata Ahilyabai Holkar

Lucknow: The 301st birth anniversary of Rajmata Ahilyabai Holkar, revered as a great ruler, visionary administrator, and champion of public welfare, was celebrated with devotion and enthusiasm at the Samajwadi Party district office on Sunday. The programme was organized under the guidance of Samajwadi Party National President and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav and State President Shyam Lal Pal. The event was presided over by District President Arshad Hussain. Party leaders and workers paid floral tributes to Rajmata Ahilyabai Holkar and remembered her remarkable contributions to society and…

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Yogi Government Giving Top Priority to Farmers’ Welfare: Surya Pratap Shahi

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Minister Surya Pratap Shahi on Thursday accused the previous Samajwadi Party government of pursuing anti-farmer policies that left farmers distressed and financially weak. He said the Yogi Adityanath government has consistently prioritized farmers’ welfare and taken historic decisions to provide economic relief and restore their confidence. Addressing the media, Shahi said that soon after coming to power in 2017, the Yogi government took a landmark decision in its very first Cabinet meeting to waive agricultural loans worth ₹36,000 crore benefiting nearly 86 lakh farmers across the…

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