Delhi Minister Rajendra Pal Gautam Demands 200 Congress Seats in Uttar Pradesh

Delhi minister Rajendra Pal Gautam addressed party leaders, insisting that the Congress should field candidates in 200 constituencies across Uttar Pradesh. He argued that such a move would reflect the party’s pan‑India outlook and strengthen its presence in the state. Gautam highlighted the demographic significance of Uttar Pradesh and the need for a robust campaign to challenge the ruling party. The demand was made during a closed‑door meeting of senior Congress officials, where strategic seat‑sharing was under discussion. No official response from the party’s national leadership has been released yet.