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SP MP Bark Calls for Strong Congress Support in UP 2026 Election Alliance
✍️ Amar Ujala · Delhi
🗓 29 Sep 2026, 09:01 PM
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Samajwadi Party MP Jiya‑ur‑Rahman Bark urged the Congress to show greater commitment as the two parties prepare to contest the 2026 Uttar Pradesh elections together, expressing confidence in Akhilesh Yadav and Rahul Gandhi.
Samajwadi Party (SP) Member of Parliament Jiya‑ur‑Rahman Bark addressed the media on Thursday, emphasizing the need for a robust partnership with the Indian National Congress ahead of the 2026 Uttar Pradesh assembly polls. He said the alliance must be built on mutual trust and a willingness from the Congress to “show a big heart” in the upcoming contest.
Bark reiterated that the SP‑Congress coalition will field joint candidates in key constituencies, aiming to consolidate anti‑BJP votes across the state. The statement comes as both parties finalize seat‑sharing arrangements and campaign strategies for what is expected to be a fiercely contested election.
The MP also voiced confidence in the leadership of SP chief Akhilesh Yadav and Congress stalwart Rahul Gandhi, stating that their combined appeal could sway undecided voters. He highlighted the importance of coordinated rallies and joint messaging to present a united front.
Political analysts note that the SP‑Congress tie‑up seeks to capitalize on regional strengths while countering the ruling party’s dominance in Uttar Pradesh. Bark’s remarks underscore the alliance’s intent to project a cohesive alternative to the electorate.
The SP and Congress have yet to announce a detailed manifesto, but the MP’s comments suggest that the partnership will focus on issues such as agrarian distress, unemployment, and law‑and‑order concerns that resonate with the state’s voters.
Bark reiterated that the SP‑Congress coalition will field joint candidates in key constituencies, aiming to consolidate anti‑BJP votes across the state. The statement comes as both parties finalize seat‑sharing arrangements and campaign strategies for what is expected to be a fiercely contested election.
The MP also voiced confidence in the leadership of SP chief Akhilesh Yadav and Congress stalwart Rahul Gandhi, stating that their combined appeal could sway undecided voters. He highlighted the importance of coordinated rallies and joint messaging to present a united front.
Political analysts note that the SP‑Congress tie‑up seeks to capitalize on regional strengths while countering the ruling party’s dominance in Uttar Pradesh. Bark’s remarks underscore the alliance’s intent to project a cohesive alternative to the electorate.
The SP and Congress have yet to announce a detailed manifesto, but the MP’s comments suggest that the partnership will focus on issues such as agrarian distress, unemployment, and law‑and‑order concerns that resonate with the state’s voters.