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Watch | Thirumavalavan Urges To Fulfill Mayawati Demand in K. Armstrong Case

July 7, 2024, 12:54 pm

The recent murder of K. Armstrong, the state president of BSP (Bahujan Samaj Party) in Tamil Nadu, has stirred controversy and calls for justice in K. Armstrong Case. He was brutally killed, prompting strong reactions from political leaders, including VCK (Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi) Founder-President Thol Thirumavalavan. Thirumavalavan expressed serious concerns, echoing BSP chief Mayawati’s demand for a CBI inquiry. Mayawati believes that the true perpetrators behind Armstrong’s murder have not yet been arrested.

#WATCH | Chennai, Tamil Nadu: On the murder of BSP state president K Armstrong, VCK Founder-President Thol Thirumavalavan says, “…She (BSP chief Mayawati) demanded a CBI inquiry because she believes the real killers have not been arrested yet… I request the Tamil Nadu… https://t.co/y3uJorMtkg pic.twitter.com/HGjWcAR17S

— ANI (@ANI) July 7, 2024

In response to these demands, Thirumavalavan urged the Tamil Nadu government to consider Mayawati’s request seriously. He emphasized the sensitive nature of the issue and called upon the state government to take swift and necessary action. The call for a CBI probe underscores the seriousness K. Armstrong Case, with political leaders and activists alike pressing for a thorough investigation to ensure justice for Armstrong.

BSP Tamil Nadu Chief Killed: Mayawati Reacts ‘Highly deplorable and Condemnable Act’

July 6, 2024, 8:13 am

K. Armstrong, the Tamil Nadu president of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), was brutally killed by a six-member gang near his residence in Chennai on Friday. BSP leader Mayawati responded strongly to the incident, urging the Tamil Nadu government to ensure the perpetrators are brought to justice.

The gang, riding on two-wheelers, attacked Armstrong, a former Chennai Corporation councillor, near his home in Perambur, causing severe injuries. He succumbed to his injuries while being transported to the hospital. Police have launched a manhunt to apprehend the suspects.

Mayawati condemned the murder on social media, describing it as “highly deplorable and condemnable.” She emphasized Armstrong’s role as a prominent Dalit advocate and stressed the necessity for the state government to punish those responsible.

Who Was K. Armstrong? Armstrong held a law degree from Venkateswara University in Tirupati and practiced law in Chennai. He served as a corporation councillor in 2006 and became the BSP’s Tamil Nadu president the following year. In the 2011 Tamil Nadu assembly election, he ran in the Kolathur constituency, gaining significant support despite not winning. Throughout his career, Armstrong was a vocal advocate for Dalit and underprivileged rights. Despite the BSP’s limited political presence in Chennai, Armstrong was recognized as a strong Dalit voice.

Police Response The Chennai Police have formed 10 special teams to investigate Armstrong’s murder. According to a police statement, Armstrong was assaulted with knives while standing outside his home on Venugopal Samy Kovil Street, Perambur. He sustained severe bleeding injuries and was declared dead upon arrival at Apollo Hospital. The special teams, led by Additional Commissioner of Police (North) Asra Garg, are intensifying efforts to arrest the culprits.

Reactions from Opposition AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami criticized the ruling DMK party, questioning the state of law and order. He expressed shock and sadness over Armstrong’s death, offering condolences to the BSP and Armstrong’s family. Palaniswami condemned the DMK chief for allowing such crimes to occur without fear of the police or government, and urged Chief Minister MK Stalin to ensure Armstrong’s funeral proceeds peacefully.

BJP spokesperson ANS Prasad called for the immediate arrest of Armstrong’s killers. He highlighted the BJP’s concerns over the declining law and order situation in Tamil Nadu and described Armstrong as a young and active leader of a national party. Prasad demanded swift action from the Tamil Nadu government to arrest the murderers.

BSP Chief Mayawati Reaffirms Nephew Akash Anand As Her Successor

June 23, 2024, 2:55 pm

BSP leader Mayawati reinstated her nephew Akash Anand as the party’s national coordinator and declared him her political successor on Sunday. The decision came during a meeting of party officials in Lucknow.

In May of this year, Akash Anand was removed from his position as national coordinator and as Mayawati’s successor. Mayawati had announced this decision, stating that he would be relieved of these roles until he gained political maturity.

In several social media updates in May, Mayawati reiterated the party’s dedication to Dr. BR Ambedkar’s ideals and the “ongoing movement for social change.” She announced Akash Anand’s appointment as BSP’s national coordinator and proclaimed him her successor to propel forward this movement.

“But in the larger interest of the party and the movement, he is being removed from both these important responsibilities until he attains full maturity,” she had said.

The decision to remove Akash Anand had surprised political analysts, as Mayawati did not provide a specific reason for his dismissal from the post.

Akash Anand assumed the role of BSP’s national coordinator in 2019 following restructuring within the party after it severed ties with the Samajwadi Party. He was designated as Mayawati’s successor in December of last year.

During the Lok Sabha elections, Akash Anand faced charges of violating the Model Code of Conduct for using inappropriate language at a campaign rally in Uttar Pradesh.

“This government is a bulldozer government and a government of traitors. The party that leaves its youth hungry and enslaves its elderly is a terrorist government. Taliban runs such a government in Afghanistan,” the BSP leader had said.

In the 2019 general elections, Mayawati’s BSP secured 10 Lok Sabha seats, but in the 2024 elections, the party did not win any seats. Meanwhile, Akhilesh Yadav’s Samajwadi Party, formerly allied with BSP, emerged as Uttar Pradesh’s largest party by winning 37 Lok Sabha seats.

“Mayawati, C. Naidu, And Nitish Kumar: Analyzing How the INDIA Bloc Could Have Overcome BJP”

June 6, 2024, 4:35 pm

The BJP concluded this Lok Sabha election with 240 seats, notably fewer than its desired 370 and a considerable decrease from the 303 seats it secured in 2019. While it still maintains enough seats, aided by its NDA allies’ 53, to form the government for a third term, the outcome could have been different had Mayawati aligned her BSP with the INDIA bloc.

A significant portion of the BJP’s lost seats originated from Uttar Pradesh, a state it has historically dominated since the ‘Modi wave’ of 2014. In 2019, the party clinched 62 seats and nearly 50% of the votes, while its ally, the Apna Dal (Sonelal), contributed two more seats. However, in this election, the BJP secured only 33 seats, with its vote share dropping to 41.3%.

Mayawati Factor In UP Lok Sabha Election

The BSP contested 79 seats and finished with 9.4 per cent of the votes, but won zero seats.

The kicker, though, is that in 16 seats – all won by the BJP or an ally- the ex-Chief Minister’s party, finished with more votes than the winning margin. If she had been part of the opposition – and sources said she was courted – votes may have shifted and the BJP’s score could have fallen, maybe, by all 16.

The 16 contested seats include Akbarpur, Aligarh, Amroha, Bansgaon, Bhadohi, Bijnor, Deoria, Farrukhabad, Fatepur Sikri, Hardoi, Meerut, Mirzapur, Misrikh, Phulpur, Shahjahanpur, and Unnao.

Among these, the BJP secured victory in 14 seats, while the ADS claimed victory in two.

In instances such as Bansgaon, Farrukhabad, and Phulpur, the winning margins were less than 5,000 votes, while the unsuccessful BSP candidates garnered over 64,000, 45,000, and 82 votes, respectively.

For example, in Meerut, the BJP candidate won by a margin of 10,585 votes, while the BSP received 87,025 votes.

In Bhadohi, where a Trinamool candidate supported by the SP was on the ballot, the BJP won by a margin of 44,000 votes, with the BSP candidate receiving over 1.55 lakh votes.

Had these seats been lost by the BJP, it would have been left with 224 seats, and the NDA led by the party, perceived as supporting the incoming government, would have had only 277 seats, just five above the majority mark.

Mayawati + ‘Kingmakers’ + INDIA = BJP Defeat?

It would also have propelled the INDIA bloc to 248 – not enough to claim victory but enough to underline the ‘kingmaker’ role assigned to incoming Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu’s Telugu Desam Party and the Janata Dal (United) of his Bihar counterpart Nitish Kumar.

The TDP won 16 seats and the JDU 12. Take those 28 away from the BJP coalition and 265 remains – not enough for Narendra Modi to be sworn in this weekend for a historic third straight term.

The BJP recognizes the significance of Mr. Naidu and Nitish Kumar, as evidenced by Narendra Modi’s special acknowledgment in his victory speech on Tuesday, as well as the initial plans for their presence alongside him during the formal submission of government formation to President Droupadi Murmu.

Originally, a delegation comprising key BJP figures – Mr. Modi, his close aide Amit Shah, and party leader JP Nadda – along with opposition leaders like Mr. Naidu and Nitish Kumar, was scheduled to visit Ms. Murmu at her residence in Delhi following an NDA meeting to assess the election outcome and discuss the way forward.

Although the meeting did not materialize, sources confirmed that the BJP has ensured, to the best of its ability, the support of these two influential figures by obtaining written letters of endorsement. Consequently, it is anticipated that Mr. Modi will be sworn in as Prime Minister over the weekend, marking his third term in office and making him only the second individual, after Jawaharlal Nehru, to hold this position thrice.

What INDIA Bloc Said

On Thursday, the opposition convened in Delhi amidst rumors that they might approach Mr. Naidu and Nitish Kumar to potentially sway 28 seats. While this move, as deliberated, may not suffice for the opposition to form a government themselves, it could significantly weaken the BJP’s position.

Addressing reporters after the meeting, Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge stated that the opposition intends to “take necessary actions at the right moment to fulfill the people’s wish of not being governed by the BJP.”

Akash Anand First Reaction On Being Removed As Mayawati’s Heir: ‘I will continue to fight…’

May 9, 2024, 1:09 pm

BSP leader and nephew Akash Anand has recently given his first reaction to his removal as the party’s political successor by Mayawati and has stated, that he respects the party’s decision.

He also affirmed his commitment to continue fighting for the “Bhim Mission” and society until his last breath.

Taking to X, he also praised Mayawati, saying you are an idol for the Bahujan Samaj, and millions of countrymen continue still worships you.

“Respected @mayawati ji, you are an ideal for the entire Bahujan Samaj, crores of countrymen worship you. It is because of your struggles that today our society has got such a political power due to which the Bahujan Samaj has been able to learn to live with respect. You are our universally accepted leader. Your orders are our obedience. I will continue to fight for Bhim Mission and my society till my last breath. Hail Bhim, Hail India ??,” Anand said in a post on X in Hindi.

आदरणीय बहन @mayawati जी, आप पूरे बहुजन समाज के लिए एक आदर्श हैं, करोड़ों देशवासी आपको पूजते हैं। आपके संघर्षों की वजह से ही आज हमारे समाज को एक ऐसी राजनैतिक ताक़त मिली है जिसके बूते बहुजन समाज आज सम्मान से जीना सीख पाया है।

आप हमारी सर्वमान्य नेता हैं। आपका आदेश सिर माथे पे।…

— Akash Anand (@AnandAkash_BSP) May 9, 2024

Early this week, Mayawati had removed her nephew Akash Anand as her political successor and had also divested him from his responsibilities as the Party’s coordinator.

When questioned about her decision, she emphasized that she had made this choice in the best interest of the party and its movement, also stressed the need for Anand to gain ‘full maturity’.

This surprise decision was made during the third phase of the election. Later she also declared that her brother Anand Kumar will continue to fulfill his responsibilities for the party as before.

BSP Leader Mayawati: Party believes in demonstrating actions rather than just making statements

April 11, 2024, 10:48 pm

Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) leader Mayawati stated on Thursday that the BSP does not issue election manifestos, asserting the party’s focus on action rather than mere rhetoric.

“Our party believes in demonstrating actions rather than just making statements. That’s why we never issue election manifestos. The strongest evidence of this approach lies in our track record in Uttar Pradesh, where we formed the government four times without releasing any election manifesto. We worked for the welfare of the extremely poor, marginalised, and Dalit communities in Uttar Pradesh without relying on mere promises,” she said at a public rally in Nagpur.

She called on the public to support her party and cautioned against being influenced by the BJP’s persuasive strategies. She added, “Just as we formed a government in Uttar Pradesh without issuing election manifestos, we will work similarly if we come to power at the national level.”

“As the opposition parties release their election manifestos, especially those by the BJP, it is crucial for you to distance yourself from their persuasive tactics. In the interest of the nation and the state, you should cast your vote for our party, the BSP, rather than giving it to the BJP, Congress, or any other ruling or opposition party. Just as we formed a government in Uttar Pradesh without issuing election manifestos, we will work similarly if we come to power at the national level,” she said.

Additionally, she appealed to voters in Maharashtra to assist BSP candidates in securing victory in the election.

“In Maharashtra and across the entire country, let’s press the button with the elephant symbol, the emblem of BR Ambedkar’s ideology, and lead our candidates to victory,” she said.

Maharashtra boasts 48 Lok Sabha seats, the second-largest tally after Uttar Pradesh. In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the BJP clinched victory in 23 out of the 25 seats it contested, in partnership with the undivided Shiv Sena.

The Lok Sabha elections in Maharashtra are scheduled to take place in five phases on April 19, April 26, May 7, May 13, and May 20. Vote counting is slated for June 4.

During the 2019 elections, the BJP emerged as the leading party in Maharashtra, securing 23 seats, while the Shiv Sena followed closely with 18 seats.

BSP MP Ritesh Pandey Switches Over To BJP

February 25, 2024, 1:57 pm

In another major ticket swap ahead of the general election, Lok Sabha MP Ritesh Pandey left the Mayawati-led Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) today and joined the BJP. The 42-year-old holds the Ambedkar Nagar parliamentary seat in Uttar Pradesh. His father, Rakesh Pandey, is a Samajwadi Party MLA in the Uttar Pradesh Assembly.

Addressing the media after joining the BJP, Mr Pandey stated that he was inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a developed India and had joined the party to strive toward that aim.

This morning, Mr Pandey posted on X the resignation letter he sent to BSP chief Mayawati. The letter praises her for allowing him to represent the party in Lok Sabha. “I received your guidance from the moment I entered public life through BSP. The party’s grassroots workers handheld me as I learnt to walk through the corridors of power,” the letter states.

It then goes on to address the elephant in the room. “For a long time, I am not being called for meetings. I am also not part of leadership discussions. I have tried numerous times to meet you and senior leaders, but to no avail. I have reached a conclusion that the party no longer needs my service and my presence. I am not left with any option other than resigning from the party’s primary membership. The decision to sever ties with the party is emotionally difficult,” he said.

According to NDTV sources, Mr Pandey communicated with BJP national general secretary Sunil Bansal. The BJP has apparently offered to run him for the seat he now holds.

Shortly after Mr Pandey announced his resignation, Mayawati started a thread on X that is interpreted as a response to the MP’s charges. The BSP, she claimed, was a “movement” dedicated to the cause of anti-Dalit icon BR Ambedkar. “That’s why this party’s ideology, functioning and selection of candidates is different from other capitalist parties,” she wrote.

In a jab at the outgoing MP, she stated that the party’s MPs should reflect on whether they cared for the people in their constituencies and gave them time.

“They must also introspect if they followed the party’s directions,” she said. “Is it possible to give tickets to Lok Sabha MPs when they roamed around for their selfish goals and remained a part of negative discussions? The party’s interests are paramount,” she said, indicating that Mr Pandey may not have got a BSP poll ticket if he stayed on.

Mr Ritesh Pandey, an alumnus of London’s European Business School, has been a prominent parliamentarian since being elected MP in 2019. He has articulated his party’s positions on several subjects. Surprisingly, his departure from the BSP comes just weeks after he joined several other Opposition MPs for lunch with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Parliament canteen.

Mr Pandey had also shared pictures of the lunch meeting. “It was truly an honour to be invited by the Prime Minister @narendramodi ji for lunch today and learn how he used his insights from the 2001 Bhuj Earthquake to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. What an insightful discussion – thank you for having us over!,” he had said.

BSP Chief Mayawati: Yet to Decide Whether to Attend Ayodhya’s Ram Temple Event

January 15, 2024, 4:10 pm

Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati, on her 68th birthday, expressed gratitude for the invitation to the consecration ceremony at Ayodhya’s Ram temple scheduled for January 22. However, she clarified that a decision on her attendance is pending due to ongoing party commitments.

Mayawati, addressing a press conference, stated, “I have received the invitation for the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ (consecration ceremony) program to be held on January 22 in Ayodhya. I have not taken any decision yet on attending the program because right now I am very busy with my party’s programs.”

Asserting the BSP’s secular stance, Mayawati emphasized that her party has no objections to the Ayodhya Ram temple event and welcomes it. She added, “In the future, if any such program is held regarding Babri Masjid, our party will have no objection to that also.”

“Our party is a secular party and respects all religions equally. No matter what religion it is. Our party has not opposed anyone. The Bahujan Samaj Party is the only party in the country that is secular,” she affirmed.

Mayawati reassured that the decision on her attendance at the ceremony would be communicated to the media once finalized. The BSP leader’s remarks came amid preparations for the consecration ceremony, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to participate, along with thousands of attendees, including seers. The ceremony holds significance as it marks the formal consecration of the Ram temple in Ayodhya, following the Supreme Court’s 2019 verdict on the Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid title suit.

Mayawati Asserts BSP’s Solo Flight in 2024 Lok Sabha Elections, Brushes off Retirement Speculation

January 15, 2024, 2:19 pm

Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati has declared that her party will contest the upcoming Lok Sabha elections independently, rejecting any potential alliances with other political entities. Addressing a press conference, Mayawati emphasized her commitment to strengthening the party and dismissed speculation about her retirement from politics.

Mayawati’s announcement to go solo in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections is grounded in her party’s historical experience with alliances. She highlighted that past alliances had not yielded favorable outcomes for the BSP, leading to more losses. Despite being a sought-after partner for many parties, Mayawati asserted that the BSP would stand alone in the upcoming elections.

“While our experience with alliances has never been beneficial for us, and we suffer more losses from alliances, our party will fight the elections all alone,” Mayawati stated firmly. She left the door open for post-election cooperation, mentioning that, “If possible, BSP can extend its support after the elections.”

#WATCH | On Lok Sabha elections, BSP chief Mayawati says, “I want to make it clear that Bahujan Samaj Party will fight Lok Sabha elections alone, won’t get into alliance with any party.” pic.twitter.com/klavAhBjNt

— ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) January 15, 2024

The decision to contest independently comes as the opposition gears up under the banner of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) to challenge the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the Lok Sabha elections. The India bloc, comprising 28 opposition parties, has been working towards presenting a united front against the BJP.

In the recent INDIA bloc meeting, Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge emerged as the consensus candidate for the chairperson’s post, while Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s name was proposed for the convener’s post. Notably, leaders from the Trinamool Congress, Shiv Sena, and the Samajwadi Party were absent from the meeting. The developments signal a dynamic political landscape as parties strategize and prepare for the upcoming electoral battle slated for April–May.

Mayawati Extends New Year Greetings and Calls for Socially Inclusive Governance in 2024

January 1, 2024, 10:34 am

As the nation steps into the New Year 2024, Mayawati, a prominent political figure, extends heartfelt New Year wishes to Indian brothers and sisters across the country and around the world. In her series of tweets, she envisions a year of prosperity, peace, security, and success for all, emphasizing the importance of self-respect.

Mayawati’s tweets underscore a call for a government committed to ‘Guaranteed Employment’ and the genuine pursuit of patriotism and civic duty. She raises concerns about the prevalent political landscape, where, in her view, governmental assurances are often mired in the politics of narrow nationalism, resulting in a significant portion of the population experiencing poverty, backwardness, and deprivation.

1. देश व दुनिया भर में रहने वाले भारतीय भाई-बहनों एवं उनके परिवार को नववर्ष सन् 2024 की दिली मुबारकबाद। यह साल आप सब के लिए आत्म-सम्मान के साथ सुख, शान्ति, सुरक्षा व सफलता लेकर आए इसकी शुभकामनाएं, ताकि आर्थिक असमानता व अन्य गैर-बराबरी आदि से मुक्त लोगों का जीवन ख़ुश-ख़ुशहाल बने।

— Mayawati (@Mayawati) January 1, 2024

Highlighting the economic aspect, Mayawati questions the feasibility of development when a significant number of individuals lack the financial means for day-to-day expenses. She draws attention to the challenges faced by the unemployed and questions the possibility of a ‘Developed India’ without addressing the issue of unemployment.

Furthermore, Mayawati critiques the prolonged impact of both Congress and BJP-led governments, describing them as divisive, arrogant, and exclusionary. She urges the need for a government dedicated to the welfare of the masses, particularly the marginalized communities. As the parliamentary election year approaches, she passionately appeals to the people to support and establish a government that prioritizes public welfare and inclusivity.

Mayawati’s New Year messages blend political insight with a call for social change, setting the stage for discussions on inclusive governance and socio-economic justice in the upcoming political landscape.

Jayant Choudhary ends speculation on BSP entry into I.N.D.I.A bloc

December 26, 2023, 1:06 am

Putting an end to the rumours of BSP joining the I.N.D.I.A bloc, RLD’s Jayant Choudhary stated, “Why should we talk about Mayawati when she doesn’t want to be a part of the I.N.D.I.A bloc?” This marks the first official announcement that the BSP will not be part of the alliance, and there are no ongoing talks to convince Mayawati otherwise. Choudhary, while addressing media clarified that there were no discussions about persuading the BSP to join the alliance during the INDIA bloc meeting.

As per sources, In the India Alliance meeting, tensions also surfaced between the SP and Congress on this matter. It is reported that SP President Akhilesh Yadav questioned whether Congress was in talks to include the BSP in the India Alliance. Congress must clarify its position, as the SP may reconsider its participation in the alliance. Subsequently, Congress informed Akhilesh that there is no intention of forming an alliance with the BSP in Uttar Pradesh, and the party will contest the Lok Sabha elections in UP under the leadership of Akhilesh Yadav.

An expert familiar with the BSP’s workings suggested that talks between Congress and the BSP may or may not have occurred, but the BSP typically plans its strategies almost a year before elections. If BSP had considered joining the alliance, it would have been decided earlier. Changing its strategy just four months before the elections seems unlikely for the BSP.

While BSP has not officially declared its affiliation with either the NDA or the India Alliance or its decision to contest alone, BSP Chief Mayawati responded to SP’s comments in the India Alliance meeting during a press conference. She stated that the remarks about BSP in the alliance meeting are inappropriate, emphasizing the unpredictability of future support needs. Mayawati argued that criticizing parties not included in the alliance, including the BSP, is unjustified, as one cannot foresee when their support might become necessary—a point illustrated by the SP’s own experience.

Mayawati Expresses Disappointment over Suspension of MPs: Calls it ‘Sad, Unfortunate’

December 21, 2023, 12:42 pm

Addressing a press conference in Lucknow on Thursday, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati expressed deep concern over the suspension of approximately 150 opposition Members of Parliament (MPs) in both the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha. Characterizing this move as a regrettable incident in Parliamentary history, Mayawati emphasized that such actions undermine the credibility of the government and opposition alike.

Mayawati asserted, “Our party believes that the suspension of about 150 opposition MPs in both Houses during the current session of Parliament is neither good work nor a good record for the government or the opposition.” She described the development as unfortunate and suggested it could erode the public’s trust in the democratic process.

The suspension of 143 MPs—97 from the Lok Sabha and 46 from the Rajya Sabha—occurred due to disruptions and chaos, with the opposition demanding a statement from Union Minister Amit Shah regarding the recent Parliament security breach. Mayawati also criticized the viral video of suspended MPs mocking the Rajya Sabha Chairman, deeming it inappropriate.

During the press conference, Mayawati emphasized the need to preserve democratic parliamentary traditions, urging cooperation between the government and the opposition. She stressed the importance of involving the opposition in passing significant bills that impact the common people, asserting that responsibility for upholding parliamentary traditions lies with all parties collectively.

Commenting on the security breach incident, Mayawati called it a matter of serious concern. She advocated for strict legal action against those responsible for the breach, urging a collective effort to prevent such incidents in the future. Mayawati also highlighted the need for heightened vigilance by the intelligence department to avert security lapses.

The security breach, coincidentally on the anniversary of the 2001 Parliament terror attack, involved intruders entering the Lok Sabha chamber and releasing yellow gas before being subdued. Four individuals, facing charges under anti-terror laws, were taken into custody by the Delhi Police Special Cell. Additionally, a friend of one intruder has been detained for questioning in connection with the case.

BSP chief Mayawati claims that the Cong did not implement the Mandal commission report in Telangana

November 24, 2023, 12:01 pm

BSP chief Mayawati made a subtle jab at Rahul Gandhi by claiming that while a prominent leader of the Congress party is vociferously calling for a caste-based census right now, previous Congress administrations have rejected the demand of OBCs to be given reservation on par with SC and STs. In addition, she criticized the NDA government in the Central government for failing to include a separate quota for OBCs, SC, and ST in the Women’s Reservation Bill that was just passed by Parliament.

Speaking at an election rally on Thursday in Peddapalli, Telangana, Mayawati recalled that the Congress, which ruled for a considerable amount of time after India’s independence, was the organization from which the majority of the backward classes had requested reservation benefits, such as SCs and STs.

“With a view to getting votes of SC, ST, OBCs, a senior leader of the Congress is now campaigning in his election meetings that caste census should be conducted,” she said.

“… These people are talking about caste census (now). When the Congress was in power for long after Independence, people belonging to the most backward class had demanded reservation for them also like SC and ST,” she added.

Mayawati cited the reports of the Mandal and Kaka Kalelkar Commissions that suggested reservations for the OBCs and claimed that the Congress had not carried them out. The leader of the BSP recalled that her party pressured the then Congress government in the Central government by holding agitations to demand the implementation of the Mandal Commission report. She said, however, that the report was rejected by the grand old party.

Mayawati Slams Congress on OBC Reservation Implementation, Praises BSP

November 22, 2023, 6:16 pm

Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) Chief Mayawati launched her party’s campaign for the Telangana assembly election on Wednesday, taking a dig at the previous Congress government. Mayawati asserted that the OBC community obtained reservations due to the efforts of the BSP, not the Congress party.

Addressing a public rally in Telangana’s Suryapet constituency, Mayawati reminded voters that reservations for the OBC community were granted under the central government led by former Prime Minister VP Singh, following the recommendations of the Mandal Commission. She emphasized that the Congress government did not implement these reservations; it was the result of the BSP’s struggles and hard work.

Mayawati criticized Congress for not honouring Baba Saheb Ambedkar with the Bharat Ratna, a recognition bestowed by the BSP. She highlighted that it was the BSP that played a role in Baba Saheb Ambedkar receiving the highest civilian award. Mayawati also pointed out the Congress’s lack of acknowledgement and mourning after the death of Kanshi Ram, who carried forward the legacy of Baba Saheb.

Mayawati lashed out at the Telangana government, expressing concern about the oppression of the state’s weaker sections of society. Telangana will go to the polls on November 30, with the results expected on December 3. In the previous 2018 Assembly election, the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) won 88 of the 119 seats with a 47.4% vote share, while the Congress received only 19 votes.

Lok Sabha polls: BSP chief Mayawati will meet with party leaders today to discuss strategy

October 1, 2023, 12:22 pm

Mayawati, the leader of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), summoned a special meeting of senior leaders and district heads from Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand on Sunday to assess preparations for the Lok Sabha elections on Sunday.
The meeting will be held in Lucknow, and it will provide vital directions for the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections. According to sources, the meeting will begin at 11 a.m.
Discussions will take place during the meeting about how to publicize the party’s demand to the Central Government to expand the involvement of Other Backward Classes and SC-STs in the Women’s Reservation Bill.

Earlier last month, Mayawati had said that leaders of her party are working to strengthen preparation for the Lok Sabha elections due next year.
Taking to her X handle, Mayawati said that after Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, senior leaders of the BSP discussed strengthening the party organisation in Jharkhand and also selected candidates for 14 seats in the state.
“Continuing the series of state-wise meetings by the BSP regarding the preparations for the Lok Sabha elections, after UP and Uttarakhand, senior leaders discussed strengthening the party organisation in Jharkhand, increasing the mass base at all levels, and the selection of candidates for 14 seats in the state. An important meeting with office bearers has concluded,” wrote Mayawati on Twitter.

BSP chief Mayawati : INDIA, NDA both ‘anti-poor, casteist,’ BSP will fight polls on its own

August 30, 2023, 1:32 pm

Mayawati, the leader of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), shot down rumors that her party would form an alliance and declared that it would “single-handedly” run in the general elections of 2024. According to a post by Mayawati on the “X” app today, “BSP, like in 2007, will solely contest the upcoming general elections and four state assemblies by uniting crores of neglected and dispersed people of the society on the basis of mutual brotherhood, rather than the “jugaad” and manipulation done by opponents.”

The former Uttar Pradesh chief minister dismissed speculations that the BSP may join the Opposition alliance bloc INDIA and urged the media not to spread fake news.
Further coming down heavily on the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and the Opposition bloc- INDIA, Mayawati said that, unlike BSP, most of the parties of both coalitions are “anti-poor, casteists and capitalists”.
“Policies of most of the parties of NDA and INDIA alliance are anti-poor, casteist, communal, pro-‘Dhanna Seth’ (capitalists) and the BSP has been continuously fighting against them. The question of contesting elections in alliance with them does not arise. Hence appeal to the media – no fake news please,” the BSP chief said.

Later this year, assembly elections are scheduled to take place in Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Chhattisgarh. In the 2018 Rajasthan assembly elections, BSP had won six seats. The party’s vote share increased during the election from 3.37 percent in 2013 to 4%. 2018 saw the BSP win two seats and receive 5.01 percent of the vote in Madhya Pradesh. The BSP received 3.87 percent of the vote in the 2018 Chhattisgarh assembly elections, winning two seats.