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Akash Anand's Return and Public Bow to Mayawati Signals New Chapter for BSP
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News18•09-10-2026, 19:58
Akash Anand's Return and Public Bow to Mayawati Signals New Chapter for BSP
- •BSP National Coordinator Akash Anand touched Mayawati's feet and remained bowed until she told him to stand up during Kanshi Ram's 20th death anniversary event.
- •The public display of respect follows a turbulent period that saw Akash being expelled and subsequently re-inducted into the party following a public apology.
- •Mayawati's strict disciplinary actions were previously triggered by concerns over the political influence of Akash's father-in-law, Ashok Siddharth.
- •Despite his return, Mayawati maintains ultimate control and authority, emphasizing discipline as the party prepares for the upcoming Uttar Pradesh assembly elections.
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Mayawati stripped Akash Anand of his responsibilities and expelled him due to concerns over political immaturity and the growing influence of his father-in-law, Ashok Siddharth, who was accused of promoting factionalism within the party.
After issuing a public apology on October 2, 2026, and appealing for another chance under Mayawati's leadership, Akash Anand was officially re-inducted into the BSP and reinstated as national coordinator on October 6, 2026.
On October 9, 2026, during Kanshi Ram's 20th death anniversary event in Lucknow, Akash Anand was publicly seen touching Mayawati's feet and seeking her blessings, signaling a thaw in their political and familial relations.
