Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Keshav Prasad Maurya, launched a scathing attack on the Samajwadi Party (SP) on Saturday, predicting a “crushing defeat” for the party in the 2027 Assembly elections. He drew a parallel with the Trinamool Congress in West Bengal, asserting that the SP would face a similar electoral fate.
BJP targets all 12 seats in Prayagraj
Addressing party workers and office-bearers during his two-day visit to Prayagraj, Maurya emphasized that the BJP must focus on winning all 12 Assembly seats in the district in 2027, surpassing its 2017 performance. He stated, “BJP would win 80 out of every 100 seats in Uttar Pradesh. Party workers must intensify booth-level efforts.”
Confidence in Bundelkhand region
Maurya also expressed confidence about the BJP’s prospects in the Bundelkhand region, claiming the party would win all 19 seats there. He added that the opposition would struggle to even retain their deposits in the region.
Attribution of BJP's strength to Modi and workers
Maurya attributed the BJP’s electoral strength to the popularity of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the dedication of party cadre. He noted, “Modi became the longest-serving elected Prime Minister in independent India because of public support and the dedication of BJP workers.”
International Yoga Day and health
Referring to International Yoga Day, Maurya urged people to take time out for their health. He said the global celebration of yoga in nearly 200 countries was a matter of pride for India, made possible under Modi’s leadership.
Response to opposition claims
Responding to Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav’s remark that BJP MLAs were ready to defect, Maurya said Yadav should “wait for the right time.” On Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party leader Om Prakash Rajbhar’s statement that several opposition MLAs were in touch with him, Maurya dismissed such claims as having no substance.
Outreach campaign in Prayagraj
During his visit, Maurya met several prominent residents, including journalists, lawyers, and sportspersons, as part of a special outreach campaign before addressing party functionaries in Phaphamau.
