Aradhana Misra Named Uttar Pradesh Congress Chief, Eyes Seat-Sharing with Samajwadi Party

In a recent party meeting, the Congress leadership announced that Aradhana Misra will take over as the chief of the Uttar Pradesh unit, a move aimed at revitalising the party’s presence in the state. Misra, the daughter of senior MP Pramod Tiwari, brings a fresh face to the party’s top leadership after a series of grassroots campaigns in the region. Her appointment comes as the Congress seeks to strengthen its electoral strategy ahead of the 2024 Uttar Pradesh assembly elections. The new chief will spearhead talks with the Samajwadi Party, led by Mulayam Singh Yadav’s son, to negotiate a seat‑sharing arrangement that could consolidate anti‑BJP votes.