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UP Polls: Asaduddin Owaisi, Chandrashekhar Azad launch Samajik Parivartan Morcha to take on BJP; Azad named CM face
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi and Azad Samaj Party president Chandrashekhar Azad have formed the Samajik Parivartan Morcha. This alliance aims to unite marginalized communities and counter the BJP's dominance in Uttar Pradesh. Azad has been declared the chief ministerial candidate for this newly formed front. The alliance plans to contest over 200 assembly seats by focusing on Dalit and Muslim voter demographics.
Chandrashekhar Azad, Owaisi explore third front to take on BJP, SP in UP elections
Chandrashekhar Azad's Azad Samaj Party and Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM are forming an electoral alliance ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh assembly elections. This partnership aims to unite Dalit and Muslim voters by contesting over 200 constituencies. Azad's party plans to field candidates in approximately 150 seats, while AIMIM may contest 40-50 seats.
Smaller parties too step up outreach ahead of UP polls
Leading political parties in Uttar Pradesh are preparing for the upcoming assembly elections as smaller parties join the campaign. Nishad Party leader Sanjay Nishad is demanding BJP fulfill its promise of reservation for his community. Azad Samaj Party leader Chandra Shekhar Azad is organizing a large rally in Lucknow to assert his party's position.
SP, Congress hit back at Owaisi over call for Muslim youth to break from political dynasties
Asaduddin Owaisi addressed a political event in Rampur, urging Muslim youth to seek leadership roles. He criticized reliance on traditional political families like the Nehru-Gandhi and Yadav dynasties. Various political leaders responded, indicating that Owaisi's statements might reflect a divisive agenda. The exchanges come ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections scheduled for early 2027. Owaisi seeks to ally with opposition parties to challenge the ruling BJP in future elections.
Mayawati demands return to ballot papers, says EVMs undermine trust in elections
Mayawati has urged the immediate cessation of electronic voting machines in elections and the reinstatement of ballot papers. She expressed concerns that doubts surrounding EVMs diminish public trust in the electoral process. According to her, the Constitution assigns the responsibility of conducting elections to the Election Commission. Furthermore, she highlighted the importance of ensuring that every individual's vote is accurately counted.
DMK reaches out to regional parties for non-BJP, non-Congress platform; Owaisi, Azad, Maurya plan front for UP polls
DMK is reaching out to regional parties nationally to form a common platform. Kanimozhi has spoken with leaders from TMC, Shiv Sena, and NCP(SP). In Uttar Pradesh, AIMIM and Azad Samaj Party are discussing a joint front. Swami Prasad Maurya and Pallavi Patel are also being considered for this alliance. An announcement regarding the Uttar Pradesh coalition is expected soon.
Hindutva influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj sent to 14-day judicial custody in CJP protester assault case
Hindutva influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj was sent to judicial custody for fourteen days. This action follows his alleged assault on a student activist's father during a protest. Bhardwaj had claimed he cracked the victim's skull, necessitating many stitches. A fresh FIR was also registered against him under the POCSO Act. The court extended his custody until September twenty-first.
Hindutva influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj sent to one-day police custody
Swatantra Bhardwaj was produced before a Delhi court and remanded to police custody. He was detained after the CJP demanded his arrest over an alleged assault. Provisions of the SC/ST Act and criminal intimidation were added to the FIR. A POCSO case was also registered against him following an interview. Fresh FIRs were filed after a minor activist alleged online threats and harassment.
Influencer who bragged about cracking man's skull detained after CJP protest
Swatantra Bhardwaj, a Hindutva influencer, was detained by Delhi Police in Uttar Pradesh. This detention followed a protest and demands for his arrest after bragging about an assault. CJP representatives met police officials and sought additional charges against the influencer. They also requested a separate FIR concerning alleged threats and abuse towards the victim's daughter. Bhardwaj had claimed he assaulted the victim and avoided jail due to political connections.
Chandrashekhar Azad-led Azad Samaj Party (Kanshi Ram) unveils UP poll list with 45 candidates
Chandrashekhar Azad's party revealed its first 45 candidates for the upcoming Uttar Pradesh elections. The candidate list reflects the party's outreach to Bahujan communities and minorities. Eighteen Scheduled Caste and sixteen Other Backward Class candidates were announced. Ten Muslim and one Sikh candidate were also included in the list. Most of these candidates are from western Uttar Pradesh.
Owaisi and Chandrashekhar Azad eye third front in Bihar
In a dynamic shift in Bihar's political landscape, Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM, alongside Chandrashekhar Azad's Azad Samaj Party and Swami Prasad Maurya, is uniting to create a formidable new coalition. The Grand Democratic Alliance aims to make an impact by contesting 64 seats, with AIMIM targeting 35, ASP vying for 25, and Maurya's faction aiming for four.
Will join JPC on bills to remove PM, CMs: Azad Samaj Party chief Chandrashekhar
Chandrashekhar, the Azad Samaj Party leader, voices his disagreement with the proposed bills. These bills aim to remove the Prime Minister and Chief Ministers. Despite his opposition, he plans to join the joint parliamentary committee. The committee will review the three legislations. He emphasizes the importance of the legal process within the JPC.
Haryana polls: JJP-Azad Samaj Party alliance names 18 more candidates in 3rd list
The Jannayak Janta Party-Azad Samaj Party alliance has released its third list of candidates for the Haryana assembly polls, naming 18 more candidates. They will support former minister Ranjit Singh Chautala on the Rania seat. The JJP has fielded 15 candidates and the ASP three in this latest list.
JJP allies with Azad's party for Haryana polls
The Jannayak Janata Party (JJP) has formed a new alliance with the Azad Samaj Party (Kanshi Ram) for the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. JJP will contest 70 seats, while ASP will contest 20. This move aims to consolidate the influential Jat and Dalit vote banks, which collectively represent over 45% of Haryana's electorate.
Bhim Army Chief plays key role in RLD's Khatauli win
Azad, chief of the Azad Samaj Party, which works for cause of Dalit welfare and has influence in pockets of Saharanpur, Muzaffarnagar, Bijnor and adjoining areas, had tied up with the RLD ahead of the Khatauli assembly by-election.
Ex-UP minister, supporters booked for violation of MCC, COVID-19 rules
The action against Kiran and her supporters was taken after a viral video showed them taking out a procession in Tejalheda village under Purkazi police station limits on Tuesday without permission, they said. Kiran was expelled from the Samajwadi Party last month for "anti-party" activities after she shared dais with Azad Samaj Party chief Chandra Shekhar Azad.
Azad Samaj Party: Reaching out to Gorakhpur voters through 'nukkad sabhas'
The party said it has drawn inspiration from Dalit icon Kanshi Ram, a claim contested by a Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) leader, who termed it a "marketing" gimmick. Azad, who is popularly called "Ravan" and had founded the Bhim Army, was the first known politician to throw his hat in the ring against Adityanath.
UP assembly polls: Bhim Army's Chandra Shekhar Aazad to compete against CM Adityanath in Gorakhpur
Ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly Elections, Azad Samaj Party's chief Chandra Shekhar Aazad on Thursday announced that he will be contesting the polls from the Gorakhpur seat, squaring off against the state's Chief Minister & Bharatiya Janata Party member Yogi Adityanath.
BSP has lost its identity, Azad Samaj Party alternative in Uttar Pradesh: Chandra Shekhar Aazad
The Bhim Army chief, whose political outfit Azad Samaj Party launched last year is seeking to establish itself as a defender of the rights of Dalits, other backward classes and minorities, said a "grand alliance" is the need of the hour for the Uttar Pradesh Assembly polls next year and all those who are serious about stopping the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) from coming back to power must join hands.
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