Samajwadi Party News - Latest Updates & Headlines
SP can never be true well-wisher of Dalits-Bahujans, says Mayawati
New Delhi, April 20: Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the Samajwadi Party, saying it has no will to end the poverty and exploitation of Dalits.
Mayawati slams SP's PDA politics, says exploiting Dalits for political gains
New Delhi, April 17: Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati has launched a sharp attack on the Samajwadi Party (SP), accusing it of exploiting Dalits for political gains.
Akhilesh Yadav visits Odisha, advocates for rule of social justice
Bhubaneswar, April 16: The Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday visited Odisha and held discussions with senior Congress leader Srikant Jena over a range of issues, especially the escalation of efforts towards achieving the rule of social justice in the state.
UP CM's zero poverty will also prove to be 'jumla': Akhilesh Yadav
Lucknow, April 15: Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday took a jibe at the Yogi Adityanath government, saying that its zero poverty programme in the name of B.R. Ambedkar will prove to be another 'jumla'.
CM Yogi slams SP, Congress for depriving Dalits of their basic rights
New Delhi, April 13: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday launched a scathing attack on the Congress and Samajwadi Party (SP), accusing them of being habitual exploiters of Dalits and other marginalised communities, during a key address at the 'Bharat Ratna Baba Saheb Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar Samman Abhiyan' workshop held in Lucknow.
First insulted Kshatriya community, now mocking Dalit icon Kanshi Ram: BJP slams Akhilesh Yadav
New Delhi, April 13: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday lashed out at Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav for allegedly mocking Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) founder Kanshi Ram and "insulting" the Dalit community.
MP CM Mohan Yadav's sharp rebuke: Any Indian who disdains cowsheds loses right to live in India
Bhopal, April 12: In a pointed critique of Samajwadi Party (SP) President Akhilesh Yadav's remarks concerning the "foul smell in cowsheds", Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav retaliated by making a veiled attack without naming him and declared on Saturday that “any Indian who perceives such a scent as offensive forfeits their moral claim to reside in India".
Akhilesh Yadav's PDA means 'Parivar Development Authority': Keshav Prasad Maurya
Kushinagar, April 12: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya, on Saturday, launched a sharp political attack on opposition parties during an address at the Samrat Ashok Janmotsav in Padrauna, Kushinagar.
His glory a golden chapter of history: CM Yogi salutes Rana Sanga on birth anniversary
Lucknow, April 12: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday paid tributes to medieval Rajput ruler Rana Sanga on his birth anniversary, amid a political row sparked by Samajwadi Party MP Ramji Lal Suman’s controversial remarks in the Rajya Sabha.
Akhilesh Yadav felicitates Ananya, the girl who saved her books during demolition drive
Lucknow, April 5: Samajwadi Party (SP) President Akhilesh Yadav on Saturday felicitated Ananya Yadav, the eight-year-old girl who was seen clutching her school bag and running away as her home was being demolished during an anti-encroachment drive in UP's Ambedkar Nagar.
Akhilesh Yadav should read our report: Pal slams SP chief for opposing Waqf Bill
New Delhi, April 1: The controversy surrounding the Waqf (Amendment) Bill escalated on Tuesday as Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav strongly opposed the legislation, accusing the BJP of attempting to “interfere” in everything to gain control. In response, Jagdambika Pal, Chairman of the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on the Bill, dismissed Yadav's claims, challenging him to point out any harm caused by the amendments.
Uproar in Lok Sabha as SP leads Oppn protest over Waqf Bill
New Delhi, April 1: The four-day last leg of Parliament Budget Session 2025 kicked off on an acrimonious note on Tuesday with Opposition MPs forcing an adjournment in the Lok Sabha amid protests led by Samajwadi Party members over the Waqf (Amendment) Bill.
Mayawati slams Samajwadi Party's 'dirty politics' over controversial remarks against Rana Sanga
Lucknow, March 28: In the the wake of controversial remarks made by Samajwadi Party (SP) MP Ramji Lal Suman about 16th-century Rajput king Rana Sanga, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) Chief Mayawati has condemned the SP for its "dirty politics" and added that it is wrong to insult any community for the sake of political gains.
Doing dirty politics: Mayawati condemns Samajwadi Party MP's remarks on Rana Sanga
Lucknow, March 28: Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) Chief Mayawati has strongly condemned the Samajwadi Party (SP) for its "dirty politics" in the wake of controversial remarks made by SP MP Ramji Lal Suman about 16th-century Rajput king Rana Sanga.
Rana Sanga row: Karni Sena announces Rs 5.51 lakh for chopping SP MP's tongue
Jaipur, March 27: The controversy over Samajwadi Party (SP) MP Ramji Lal Suman's remarks regarding Mewar's King Rana Sanga has intensified, sparking outrage in Rajasthan with Karni Sena announcing a bounty of Rs 5.51 lakh for chopping the MP's tongue.
Distribution of 32 lakh kits will not bring real happiness to Muslims: Abu Azmi on BJP's 'Saugat-e-Modi'
Mumbai, March 27: As the BJP launched a nationwide outreach programme ‘Saugat-e-Modi’ aimed at economically weaker Muslim families ahead of Eid, Samajwadi Party (SP) MLA Abu Azmi voiced strong criticism, stating that the distribution of 32 lakh kits would not bring real happiness to Muslims.
BJP's Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi slams Akhilesh Yadav's 'fragrance vs stench' remark
New Delhi, March 27: Samajwadi Party (SP) chief, Akhilesh Yadav, sparked a controversy by comparing the BJP's focus on cowsheds to his party's emphasis on perfume parks.
Indian Muslims don't consider Babur their leader, says Ramji Lal Suman; defends 'traitor' jibe at Rana Sanga
Agra, March 22: Senior Samajwadi Party leader and Rajya Sabha member, Ramji Lal Suman, on Saturday defended his remarks calling 16th-century Rajput king Rana Sanga a "traitor," asserting that his statement was based on historical facts documented in Baburnama, the memoir of Mughal emperor Babur. He also pointed out that Muslims of India do not consider Babur as their leader.
SP MP Ramji Lal Suman calls Rana Sanga 'traitor,' sparks row
New Delhi, March 22: Senior Samajwadi Party leader and Rajya Sabha member Ramji Lal Suman has sparked a major controversy with his remarks in Parliament on a historical Rajput king.
80 aur 20 bolne wale Yogi nahi ho sakte: Akhilesh hits back at UP CM
Lucknow, March 17: Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav on Monday countered Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's "80:20" remarks and said that who speaks like this, can never be a Yogi.
'Now PDA is their target': Akhilesh Yadav accuses BJP of spreading hatred
Lucknow, March 13: Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of spreading hatred in society and claimed that the public now feels the Constitution is not safe in the party's hands.
Political parties offer mixed reactions as Sambhal administration covers mosques ahead of Holi
New Delhi, March 12: In a precautionary move to ensure peaceful celebrations of both Holi and Ramzan, the administration in UP's Sambhal covered the mosques with tarpaulin sheets ahead of the festivals, sparking reactions from political leaders, with both the BJP and Samajwadi Party members expressing support for the move.
Udit Raj says Akhilesh not wrong in supporting Abu Azmi
New Delhi, March 6: Congress leader Udit Raj on Thursday claimed that Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav was not wrong in extending support to its Maharashtra MLC Abu Azmi.
Maharashtra: SP MLA Abu Azmi calls his suspension arbitrary, alleges threats to life and family
Mumbai, March 6: After being suspended for the entire duration of the ongoing Maharashtra budget session over his remarks on Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, Samajwadi Party (SP) MLA Abu Azmi called the suspension "arbitrary" and alleged threats to his life and his family.
Send him to UP, we will give good treatment: CM Yogi on Abu Azmi's Aurangzeb praise
Lucknow, March 5: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the Samajwadi Party (SP) for defending its Maharashtra MLA Abu Azmi over his praise for Mughal emperor Aurangzeb.
UP bhej do, hum upchar karwa lenge: UP CM Yogi Adityanath hits out at SP's Abu Azmi
Lucknow, March 5: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday attacked Samajwadi Party and its Maharashtra MLA Abu Azmi over his controversial remarks on Mughal ruler Aurangzeb.
Put forth our demand to suspend Abu Azmi from House: Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde
Mumbai, March 4: Amidst the uproar over Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Azmi's remarks on Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said that they have put forth their demand to suspend the latter from the House.
SP leader Abu Azmi faces backlash for calling Aurangzeb 'not a cruel ruler'
Mumbai, March 3: Maharashtra Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Abu Azmi has come under fire for his remarks defending Mughal ruler Aurangzeb Alamgir, stating that he was “not a cruel leader”. His comments have sparked controversy, drawing sharp criticism from political leaders across party lines.
Who was he insulting through his 'Giddh' remark?: Akhilesh Yadav hits back at CM Yogi
Kannauj, February 26: Responding to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanth's "Pigs, Vultures" remarks, Samajwadi Party (SP) Chief Akhilesh Yadav hit back and questioned who the Chief Minister was insulting with his "Giddh" (vulture) remark.
Unemployment on large-scale, govt wants to make profit: Akhilesh Yadav slams UP govt
Kannauj, February 25: In a sharp rebuttal to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's speech in the State Assembly during the UP budget session, Samajwadi Party (SP) Chief Akhilesh Yadav slammed Yogi Adityanath and alleged that unemployment is on a "large scale" and accused the BJP leaders of "speaking lies".
Samajwadi Party will be wiped out in coming days: UP Dy CM Pathak
Lucknow, Feb 25: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister, Brajesh Pathak, on Tuesday said the Samajwadi Party (SP) will be wiped out completely in the coming days and people will never accept their "criminal activities".
CM Yogi defends Maha Kumbh arrangements, slams SP for previous handling of Kumbh in 2013
Lucknow, February 25: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday strongly defended the arrangements for the Maha Kumbh, while criticizing the opposition, especially the Samajwadi Party (SP), for their handling of the Kumbh Mela in 2013 and for appointing Mohammad Azam Khan as the Kumbh Mela in charge.
UP Budget directionless, cane growers left in lurch: Akhilesh Yadav
New Delhi, Feb 20: Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday hit out at the Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh for presenting a “directionless” Budget bereft of a road map for the development of the state and a document silent on fulfilling the ruling BJP’s manifesto promises.
Misleading claims on Mahakumbh an affront to 56 crore devotees: CM Yogi in UP Assembly
Lucknow, Feb 19: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday hit out at the opposition Samajwadi Party (SP) over its alleged attempts to defame the ongoing Mahakumbh in Prayagraj with baseless and misleading claims.
UP govt misused public money, should resign: Shivpal Yadav on Prayagraj stampede
Lucknow, Feb 18: Samajwadi Party leader Shivpal Yadav on Tuesday alleged that the Uttar Pradesh government misused public money and should resign.
Targeted Budget, focused on rich, big people: Akhilesh Yadav in Lok Sabha
New Delhi, February 11: Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday criticised the Union Budget in the Lok Sabha, terming it as a "targeted budget" and alleged that it is focused on the rich.
Instead of skilling, youth being pushed to become delivery persons: Akhilesh Yadav
New Delhi, Feb 11: Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday said “Skill India Mission” is just a hollow slogan, claiming that in the name of skilled workers, the government has pushed the youth towards becoming delivery persons.
SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav demands relaxation of vehicle tolls in UP for ongoing Mahakumbh
Lucknow, February 9: Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday demanded the relaxation of vehicle tolls in Uttar Pradesh during the Mahakumbh, to reduce travel hindrances and the problem of traffic jams.
I bow down to the people of Milkipur BJP's winning candidate Paswan
Ayodhya, February 8: Bharatiya Janata Party's candidate Chandrabhan Paswan thanked the people of Milkipur after securing a historic victory in the Assembly bypoll against Samajwadi Party's Ajit Prasad by a margin of 61,710 votes.
Milkipur by-elections: Aparna Yadav praises PM Modi, CM Yogi for BJP's success
Lucknow, February 8: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Uttar Pradesh Women Commission Vice Chairperson, Aparna Bisht Yadav, lauds PM Narendra Modi and UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for the BJP's victory in the 2025 Delhi elections and the Milkipur by-elections.