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Samajwadi MP says even 50 seats is too many for Congress's 150‑seat demand in UP
✍️ indiatoday.in
🗓 03 Oct 2026, 08:17 PM
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A Samajwadi Party MP warned that even a 50‑seat share would be excessive for Congress’s demand of 150 seats in Uttar Pradesh, highlighting friction within the alliance.
A senior member of the Samajwadi Party voiced strong opposition to the Congress party's request for a 150‑seat allocation in Uttar Pradesh. The MP argued that even a 50‑seat share would be more than what the alliance could realistically accommodate, given the state's political dynamics.
The statement was made amid ongoing negotiations over seat sharing ahead of the upcoming state and national elections. The Samajwadi Party, a key regional ally of Congress, stressed the need for a pragmatic approach that reflects electoral realities rather than aspirational demands.
Political analysts note that such disagreements could affect the cohesion of the opposition bloc in Uttar Pradesh, a state that holds a significant number of Lok Sabha seats. Both parties are expected to continue talks to reach a mutually acceptable arrangement.
The MP did not name any specific individuals but emphasized that any agreement must be based on ground realities and the performance of each party in previous elections.
The statement was made amid ongoing negotiations over seat sharing ahead of the upcoming state and national elections. The Samajwadi Party, a key regional ally of Congress, stressed the need for a pragmatic approach that reflects electoral realities rather than aspirational demands.
Political analysts note that such disagreements could affect the cohesion of the opposition bloc in Uttar Pradesh, a state that holds a significant number of Lok Sabha seats. Both parties are expected to continue talks to reach a mutually acceptable arrangement.
The MP did not name any specific individuals but emphasized that any agreement must be based on ground realities and the performance of each party in previous elections.