SP won't get even one BJP MLA: Brajesh Pathak hits back at Akhilesh
UP Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak dismisses Akhilesh Yadav's claims about BJP MLAs joining Samajwadi Party, predicting a massive BJP victory in 2027.
In a sharp political exchange, Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak has dismissed the claims made by Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav regarding BJP legislators. Addressing the media, Pathak asserted that no lawmaker from the Bharatiya Janata Party would defect to the opposition, effectively shutting down Yadav's recent assertions about shifting loyalties.
'Look at your own family,' says Pathak
The confrontation follows statements by Akhilesh Yadav, who suggested that several BJP MLAs are currently in contact with the Samajwadi Party but face difficulties in being accommodated. Pathak responded by suggesting the SP should focus on its internal affairs rather than speculating on the BJP's strength.
"The Samajwadi Party should look at its own family. They are not going to get even a single MLA from the Bharatiya Janata Party," Pathak told ANI, emphasizing the stability of the ruling party's ranks.
Pathak further highlighted the organizational strength of the BJP, noting that it possesses the largest cadre base in the country. He claimed that rather than the BJP losing members, it is actually other political entities whose MLAs are eager to join the saffron party's fold. He added that the BJP would consider such "honourable MLAs" when the appropriate time arises.
Predicting a 2027 landslide
Looking toward the future of state politics, the Deputy Chief Minister expressed absolute confidence in his party's dominance. He made a bold prediction regarding the next assembly elections, stating that the BJP is destined to return to power with a significant mandate.
"I repeat, the Bharatiya Janata Party is going to form the government in 2027 with a massive majority," Pathak declared, signaling the party's intent to maintain its grip on Uttar Pradesh.
Rajya Sabha and Alliance Speculations
When questioned about the BJP's third candidate for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections, Pathak urged patience, stating that the official list of candidates would be presented to the public shortly.
Meanwhile, Akhilesh Yadav has been busy outlining his own strategy for the upcoming electoral battles. The former Chief Minister indicated that the Samajwadi Party intends to fight the next year's elections with its existing alliance structure. He noted that the party aims to formally declare this alliance very soon, maintaining the same partners they have worked with in recent contests.
In addition to political maneuvering, Yadav also directed criticism toward the ruling party concerning the Ram Mandir donation theft case, arguing that a robust economy cannot be constructed through the theft of donations.