Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan was convicted by a special MP-MLA court in Rampur over a remark he allegedly made during a 2019 Lok Sabha election campaign. The court held him guilty for an objectionable “will make you clean shoes” statement directed at the then District Magistrate, Anjaneya Kumar Singh. The case, filed for violating the Model Code of Conduct and using derogatory language toward a public servant, is expected to see the quantum of sentence pronounced separately. The verdict adds to his ongoing legal troubles and fuels claims of political targeting.
A senior Samajwadi Party MLA has demanded a full investigation into the sudden death of Prateek Yadav, alleging he may have been poisoned. SP MLA Ravidas Mehrotra raised concerns after reports surfaced of blue marks on the body, deepening speculation about the circumstances of the 38-year-old’s death in Lucknow.
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Prateek Yadav, the younger son of Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav and his second wife Sadhana Gupta, has died at 38. He was the stepbrother of SP chief Akhilesh Yadav and was married to Aparna Yadav, a BJP leader. The article recounts his family background, his life beyond politics, and related net worth details.
Prateek Yadav, younger son of SP founder Mulayam Singh Yadav and half-brother of Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, has died at 38. He was reportedly rushed to Civil Hospital in Lucknow and declared brought dead. Authorities have not yet disclosed the cause of death. Prateek was married to BJP leader Aparna Yadav.
Samajwadi Party MP Ajendra Singh Lodhi sparked a major political uproar after making derogatory, abusive remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi on camera. BJP leaders, including national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla, alleged a pattern of personal attacks and described the comments as an insult to the Constitution, saying the remarks are so offensive they can’t be broadcast without violating norms.
Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav questioned the BJP-led Uttar Pradesh cabinet expansion, alleging it may reward turncoat leaders from other parties. He challenged the criteria behind selecting new ministers, warned that those left out could grow resentful, and asked how the reshuffle might affect existing ministers.
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Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav says the party has ended its association with political consultancy firm I-PAC, blaming fund constraints rather than recent election outcomes. The SP had roped in I-PAC for a short period ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, but the arrangement could not be sustained due to financial limits.
After facing major setbacks in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, the Samajwadi Party has signaled it will sever ties with political consultancy firm I-PAC for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh assembly polls. Founded by Prashant Kishor, I-PAC had earlier been approached to support the party in 2022 where defeat margins were narrow, but the latest decisions suggest a major shift in strategy.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has urged the Supreme Court to step in on West Bengal Assembly polls, demanding that video recordings of vote counting be made public. Citing alleged irregularities from past elections, he warned that similar tactics could surface in Uttar Pradesh before its upcoming polls, and said he plans to visit West Bengal.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has promised sugarcane farmers 24-hour payment turnaround if his party wins in 2027. His plan includes loan waivers, crop insurance, free irrigation and assured minimum support prices, supported by a proposed Rs 15,000 crore farmer revolving fund. He also targets smart villages and organic farming to boost livelihoods.
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Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav rejected Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s remarks that referred to him as a “friend” in Lok Sabha. Yadav said he does not need such friends and challenged what kind of help is being offered. He also urged the public to stay alert, alleging the BJP could turn to extreme actions amid fears of defeat.
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