Congress's new Uttar Pradesh in-charge, Rajendra Pal Gautam, advocates equal seat-sharing with the Samajwadi Party while expressing admiration for BSP chief Mayawati.
Seat-sharing talks are yet to begin formally
Jun 28, 2026
09:58 am
What's the storyThe Indian National Congress's newly appointed Uttar Pradesh in-charge, Rajendra Pal Gautam, has demanded an equal seat-sharing arrangement with the Samajwadi Party (SP).
Speaking to NDTV after taking charge, Gautam said he would personally prefer an equal share of seats.
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