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UP Rajya Sabha Elections: Why is Akhilesh Yadav silent on the third candidate?
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News18•01-10-2026, 09:23
UP Rajya Sabha Elections: Why is Akhilesh Yadav silent on the third candidate?
- •Samajwadi Party announced two Rajya Sabha candidates, Prof. Ram Gopal Yadav and Dhanraj Parimal Nathwani, but is silent on the third.
- •Akhilesh Yadav's silence on the third candidate fuels political speculation and intense discussions.
- •Approximately 37 first-preference votes are needed for one Rajya Sabha seat, and SP lacks sufficient votes for a third candidate.
- •Akhilesh Yadav claims many BJP MLAs are in contact, but fears cross-voting after past incidents.
- •Names like former MP Salim Iqbal Sherwani and former Chief Secretary Alok Ranjan are being considered for the third ticket.
Key Questions Answered
Approximately 37 first-preference votes are required for one Rajya Sabha seat based on the current effective strength of the UP Assembly.
Prof. Ram Gopal Yadav and Dhanraj Parimal Nathwani have already filed their nominations as the Samajwadi Party's candidates.
Polling for the 10 Rajya Sabha seats in Uttar Pradesh is scheduled to take place on October 16, 2026.
