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UP Deputy CM Claims Samajwadi Party MPs Eyeing Split
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🗓 18 Jun 2026, 07:02 PM
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Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya has claimed that a significant number of Samajwadi Party Members of Parliament are considering leaving the party. He asserted that the ruling party is not involved in encouraging such defections.
Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya has publicly stated that a substantial group of Samajwadi Party MPs are reportedly contemplating a departure from their party. Maurya made these remarks, indicating a potential internal rift within the Samajwadi Party.
However, the Deputy Chief Minister also clarified that the ruling party is not actively orchestrating or facilitating any such political maneuver. His statement suggests awareness of internal dissent among opposition MPs but denies any governmental role in encouraging them to switch allegiances.
However, the Deputy Chief Minister also clarified that the ruling party is not actively orchestrating or facilitating any such political maneuver. His statement suggests awareness of internal dissent among opposition MPs but denies any governmental role in encouraging them to switch allegiances.