The BSP, led by Mayawati, is poised to join the I.N.D.I.A bloc ahead of the Lok Sabha polls, laying down a distinct condition
- Posted on December 28, 2023
- Politics
- By Arijit Dutta
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The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), led by Mayawati, signaled its readiness to join the I.N.D.I.A bloc for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, stipulating the declaration of Mayawati as the Prime Ministerial candidate as a condition. This move comes as the BSP aims to secure a significant position in the alliance, aligning with the party's vision against casteism and pro-poor policies. Additionally, Mayawati expressed a willingness to collaborate with regional parties in specific states, emphasizing the BSP's independent approach in various political arenas.
Amidst
the political landscape gearing up for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, the
Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), under the leadership of Mayawati, has signaled its
intention to join the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance
(I.N.D.I.A) bloc. This decision arrives with a set of conditions from the BSP,
indicating a strategic move in the political sphere.
Expressing
a firm stance, BSP MP Malook Nagar emphasized the necessity for Mayawati to be
declared the Prime Ministerial candidate to solidify the party's commitment to
the alliance. Notably, the BSP had earlier contested the 2019 Lok Sabha polls
in Uttar Pradesh in conjunction with the Samajwadi Party, securing 10 seats.
In contrast, Mayawati had previously criticized both the NDA and the I.N.D.I.A blocs, labeling their policies as "anti-poor, casteist, communal, pro-rich, and capitalist." This stands as a clear indication of the BSP's unwavering commitment to advocating for the marginalized sections of society.
Simultaneously,
within other political factions, workers from the Janata Dal-United (JDU) and
the Trinamool Congress (TMC) have advocated for Nitish Kumar and Mamata
Banerjee as potential Prime Ministerial candidates, showcasing the varied
dynamics and aspirations within different parties.
Earlier
declarations by Mayawati had outlined the BSP's independent approach, stating
plans to contest the 2024 Lok Sabha elections and several Assembly polls
without alliance, except in Punjab and Haryana with non-NDA, non-I.N.D.I.A
affiliated parties. This emphasizes the BSP's strategic considerations while
maintaining its core ideology amidst the evolving political scenario.