Election Countdown: Amit Shah Leads BJP’s Strategy Meeting Ahead of UP Polls

Political activity is intensifying in Uttar Pradesh ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections, with parties preparing their strategies for the upcoming contest. The BJP’s newly constituted state working committee is scheduled to hold its first meeting in Lucknow, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah set to address the gathering at the beginning. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is expected to deliver the concluding address. The meeting will include working committee members, both Deputy Chief Ministers, state BJP president Pankaj Chaudhary and state organisation general secretary Dharampal Singh. According to the report, discussions will focus on the Assembly election strategy, strengthening the party organisation, improving coordination between the government and the organisation, booth-level management and countering opposition parties. Several political resolutions are also expected to be presented. The BJP will deliberate on how to secure a third consecutive victory in Uttar Pradesh and engage different sections of society, including women and other voter groups. Meanwhile, Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav is scheduled to hold a press conference at the party headquarters at 1 pm. He may discuss the recent Legislative Council election results and the state’s political situation. With both meetings taking place on the same day, political exchanges between the BJP and opposition parties could intensify.