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Mayawati Elevates Nephew Akash Anand to BSP Chief National Coordinator in Major Party Restructure

The appointment marks a strategic shift in BSP leadership with a three-zone organizational overhaul and a focus on ideological consolidation.

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Akash Anand’s appointment as the chief national coordinator indicates Mayawati may be preparing for a long-term leadership transition in the party, those in the know of things said. (HT file)
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Overview

  • Bahujan Samaj Party leader Mayawati named her nephew Akash Anand as Chief National Coordinator during a high-level meeting in New Delhi on May 18, 2025.
  • The party introduced a three-zone organizational framework, with zonal coordinators reporting directly to Akash Anand to streamline operations and expand outreach.
  • This is Akash Anand's third reinstatement to a leadership role following previous removals over controversies, including alleged external influences and public statements.
  • The BSP announced its decision to contest the Bihar Assembly elections independently, emphasizing its commitment to strengthening its electoral presence.
  • Mayawati condemned recent vandalism of statues of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar and Gautam Buddha, calling for strict action, and praised the armed forces for their role in Operation Sindoor.