In a major political development in Uttarpradesh, the largest state of India, Akhilesh Yadav & his supporters have got great victory as the poll panel has ruled in favour of him over allocating Cycle symbol. The Election Commission has recognised the group led by son Akhilesh Yadav as Samajwadi Party and said it is entitled to use the ‘Cycle’ as its poll symbol.
This comes in the wake of the state heading for general polls. Naturally, it’s a huge blow to Akhilesh’s father and party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav and his supporters.
After several days of contest between both groups claiming ‘Cycle’ as their poll symbol, finally EC decided in favour of Akhilesh.
Akhilesh’s supporter Ram Gopal Yadav, also Rajya Sabha member of SP, made the announcement and urged the people to vote for Akhilesh’s SP.
This led to swift political developments in UP. Reports are rife that Akhilesh’s SP is hinting to have an alliance with Congress and face the elections.
Mulayam Singh earlier said that he is ready contest against his own son Akhilesh if he failed to keep the party united.
Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh is all set for seven-phased election from Feb 11 for 403 seats.
