Agra Political News: Controversial Posters Against Akhilesh Yadav Torn Down Ahead of SP Dalit Meet

Political tensions escalated in Agra ahead of the Samajwadi Party's Dalit Mahasammelan as controversial posters targeting party chief Akhilesh Yadav triggered protests by SP workers. The posters reportedly referred to old statements made by Akhilesh Yadav and senior SP leader Azam Khan, carrying the message that atrocities against Dalits reflected the real character of the Samajwadi Party. The posters angered party workers, who climbed electric poles to remove them. Videos and visuals showed SP workers tearing down the banners and throwing them away, creating a political controversy in the city. The incident comes as the Samajwadi Party prepares to organise a major Dalit conference at the GIC Ground in Agra. Party president Akhilesh Yadav is scheduled to reach the venue at around 12:30 PM to address the gathering. The SP has claimed that a large number of people from several districts of western Uttar Pradesh will participate in the event. The conference is seen as part of the party's efforts to strengthen its PDA outreach and consolidate support among Dalit communities ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. The controversy surrounding the posters has added to the political atmosphere in Agra, with the rival narratives over Dalit rights, social justice and political representation coming into focus ahead of the gathering.