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Akhilesh Yadav Says Congress Wants Around 180 Seats in Uttar Pradesh Election
✍️ NDTV
🗓 15 Nov 2026, 05:20 PM
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In a recent video, Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav indicated that the Congress party is seeking close to 180 seats for the upcoming Uttar Pradesh assembly poll.
A video released by NDTV captured Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav hinting that the Indian National Congress is aiming for nearly 180 seats in the forthcoming Uttar Pradesh legislative assembly elections.
Yadav’s remarks came as parties across the state are finalising their strategies ahead of the poll, which is expected to be fiercely contested by regional and national players.
The leader did not elaborate on the nature of the request or any formal seat‑sharing agreement, but his statement suggests ongoing negotiations between the Samajwadi Party and Congress to coordinate contesting candidates.
Political analysts note that such a demand, if confirmed, could reshape alliance dynamics in Uttar Pradesh, a state that contributes a significant share of seats to the national parliament.
The video has been widely circulated on social media, prompting further discussion about possible coalition arrangements ahead of the election schedule announced by the Election Commission.
Yadav’s remarks came as parties across the state are finalising their strategies ahead of the poll, which is expected to be fiercely contested by regional and national players.
The leader did not elaborate on the nature of the request or any formal seat‑sharing agreement, but his statement suggests ongoing negotiations between the Samajwadi Party and Congress to coordinate contesting candidates.
Political analysts note that such a demand, if confirmed, could reshape alliance dynamics in Uttar Pradesh, a state that contributes a significant share of seats to the national parliament.
The video has been widely circulated on social media, prompting further discussion about possible coalition arrangements ahead of the election schedule announced by the Election Commission.