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Mayawati Slams Akhilesh Over PDA's 'Pandit' Twist

BSP chief criticizes SP's changing stance, accuses casteist politics.

Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
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Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sat, 08 August 2026 at 02:01 pm
Mayawati Slams Akhilesh Over PDA's 'Pandit' Twist

BSP chief Mayawati has criticized the Samajwadi Party's changing political stance, accusing the party of altering its PDA formula for electoral gains.

Mayawati stated that the SP has changed its strategy to target Brahmin voters after noticing the growing support for the BSP.

The BSP chief accused the SP of using deceptive strategies to gain votes, which may offer short-term benefits but do not contribute to societal welfare.

Mayawati urged all communities to remain vigilant against the SP's casteist politics, warning them of the potential dangers of such tactics.

The BSP chief's comments come as the SP has been trying to woo Brahmin voters in recent times, with some party leaders even using the 'Pandit' prefix to their names.

This move has been seen as an attempt by the SP to attract Brahmin voters, who have traditionally been a key voting block in Uttar Pradesh.

Mayawati's criticism of the SP's strategy is likely to escalate the political tensions between the two parties, which have been bitter rivals in the state.

The BSP chief's comments also reflect the ongoing competition between the two parties to win the support of different communities in the state.

In recent times, the BSP has been trying to consolidate its support among the Dalit community, while the SP has been trying to woo voters from other communities, including the Brahmins.

The outcome of this competition will likely have a significant impact on the political landscape of Uttar Pradesh, and could potentially influence the outcome of future elections in the state.

The SP's decision to target Brahmin voters has been seen as a significant shift in the party's strategy, and could potentially have far-reaching consequences for the state's politics.

Mayawati's criticism of the SP's strategy is a clear indication that the BSP will not let the SP's tactics go unchallenged, and will continue to fight for the support of voters from all communities.

In the end, the people of Uttar Pradesh will have to decide which party's strategy is more appealing to them, and which party is more committed to their welfare.

The ongoing competition between the BSP and the SP is likely to continue in the coming days, with both parties trying to outdo each other in their efforts to win the support of voters from different communities.

Frequently asked questions

Why did Mayawati criticize the Samajwadi Party?

Mayawati criticized the SP for changing its PDA formula and using casteist politics to gain electoral benefits.

What is the SP's new strategy?

The SP is now targeting Brahmin voters, with some party leaders using the 'Pandit' prefix to their names.

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