New Delhi: Mayawati, the BSP leader, could be on the verge of a significant setback ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. There are strong indications that the BSP Member of Parliament representing Lalganj might be preparing to defect to the BJP camp.
Despite BSP supremo Mayawati’s resolve to contest the Lok Sabha elections independently, her challenges persist unabated. A looming shock awaits her as internal dissent within the party escalates. Following Danish Ali’s departure, the possibility looms of Sangeeta Azad, the MP representing the Lalganj Lok Sabha constituency in Uttar Pradesh, defecting to the BJP. Sources suggest that her defection may materialize as early as this month.
Sangeeta Azad’s departure from BSP to join BJP before the elections appears imminent, though an official announcement is pending. Set to join the BJP this month, she has received approval from the central leadership and is now awaiting the opportune moment. Her move to BJP could significantly influence the political landscape of Azamgarh and Purvanchal.
Sangeeta Azad’s anticipated shift to the BJP would deal a significant blow to the BSP, primarily due to the legacy of her father-in-law, Gandhi Azad, a revered figure and one of the BSP’s founding members. Renowned as a prominent Dalit leader in Purvanchal, Gandhi Azad earned the trust of the local populace through his dedicated service. Holding prestigious positions within the BSP, including a stint as a Rajya Sabha MP and National General Secretary, he commanded respect and influence. Additionally, Sangeeta Azad’s husband, Arimardan Azad, previously served as a BSP MLA from Lalganj, while her mother-in-law, Meera Azad, held the position of District Panchayat President on two occasions.
Recently, Sangeeta Azad met Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a Parliament session and shared the encounter on social media, sparking speculation about her potential move to the BJP. Despite the increasing buzz, Azad characterized the meeting as formal. Her frequent praises for the BJP and Prime Minister Modi, coupled with her absence from BSP events for an extended period, further fueled rumors of her impending departure from the party.
