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Mayawati calls niece Deepika her lucky charm, born the year she became UP CM
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 14 Sep 2026, 07:34 AM
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Mayawati revealed that she considers her niece Deepika, who was born the same year she first became chief minister of Uttar Pradesh, as her lucky charm.
Former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Mayawati said that her niece Deepika holds a special place in her life, describing her as a lucky charm. The statement was made during a recent interaction where the veteran politician reflected on personal milestones.
Mayawati noted that Deepika was born in the same year she first assumed the chief ministerial office, a coincidence she believes has brought her good fortune throughout her political journey. While she did not elaborate on any specific incidents, the leader emphasized the emotional support she receives from close family members.
Political commentators observed that such personal anecdotes are uncommon in the usually formal arena of Indian politics, but they offer a glimpse into the human side of a leader who has navigated multiple tenures as Uttar Pradesh's chief minister.
Mayawati noted that Deepika was born in the same year she first assumed the chief ministerial office, a coincidence she believes has brought her good fortune throughout her political journey. While she did not elaborate on any specific incidents, the leader emphasized the emotional support she receives from close family members.
Political commentators observed that such personal anecdotes are uncommon in the usually formal arena of Indian politics, but they offer a glimpse into the human side of a leader who has navigated multiple tenures as Uttar Pradesh's chief minister.