Before the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections 2027, Apna Dal (S) has intensified preparations to stake claim on four seats of Pratapgarh. Ashish Patel described Sadar and Vishwanathganj as the party's heritage, while hinted at contesting elections in Patti and Raniganj also.
Pratapgarh: Before the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections 2027, Apna Dal (S) has started preparations to strengthen its political hold in Pratapgarh. Working president of the party and cabinet minister in the state government, Ashish Patel has reiterated his claim on Sadar and Vishwanathganj seats. Along with this, indications have been given about the possibility of contesting elections on Patti and Raniganj seats also. The final decision regarding seat distribution in NDA has not been taken yet.
Apna Dal(S) eyeing four seats of Pratapgarh
Political parties have intensified their preparations for the 2027 assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh. In this sequence, Apna Dal (S) is working on a strategy to strengthen its claim in Pratapgarh district. Working President of the party and Cabinet Minister in the State Government, Ashish Patel, during a conversation at GIC Ground in Pratapgarh on Saturday, made the priorities of the party clear regarding the assembly seats of the district.
Ashish Patel said that Apna Dal's political journey started from Pratapgarh and this district is important for the party. Describing Sadar and Vishwanathganj assembly seats as the party's heritage, he talked about contesting elections on them. It is clear from his statement that the party wants to maintain its claim on these two seats in the upcoming elections.
Apart from this, the party is also eyeing Patti and Raniganj assembly seats. Discussions are being held within the organization regarding the possibilities of contesting elections in both these areas. However, no formal announcement has been made regarding the candidates and final strategy for these seats.
Preparation to solve caste equation in Patti and Raniganj
Caste equations can play an important role in Apna Dal (S)'s strategy regarding Pratapgarh Ki Patti and Raniganj seats. According to political discussions, the party is exploring the possibility of increasing support among Kurmi and Brahmin voters in these areas.
The party may try to strengthen its political position by keeping in mind local social equations and regional issues. However, no candidate or formal plan has been announced by the party yet to adopt election strategy through Brahmin card.
Referring to the efforts to weaken the party, Ashish Patel stressed on the confidence of the workers. He said that if the workers remain active, any attempt to end the party will not succeed.
No decision yet on seat sharing in NDA
Seat distribution within the NDA will also be an important issue in the upcoming assembly elections. When Ashish Patel was asked how many seats Apna Dal (S) will contest in the alliance, he said that the seat distribution has not been done yet and it will be known in due course of time.
After his statement, discussions may intensify regarding the party's participation in the alliance. However, no final decision has been taken yet on seat sharing with BJP and other allies.
Preparation for public meetings in Varanasi and Prayagraj
Apna Dal (S) has also planned public meetings to energize the organization ahead of the elections. According to Ashish Patel, big public meetings will be organized in Varanasi in November and Prayagraj in December.
Through these programs the party will try to activate the workers and demonstrate its political strength. Issues like claim on four seats of Pratapgarh, possible caste equation and seat share in NDA may remain at the center of the party's strategy in the coming months.