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A number of former political leaders from various parties, including the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), joined the Uttar Pradesh Congress on Sunday, September 27, 2026. This includes former State Minister Izhar-ul-Haq, former Lok Sabha candidate Naeem Ahmed, and others, signaling a surge of support for the Congress in the state. U.P.

Congress president Ajay Rai welcomed these newcomers, highlighting their diverse backgrounds and strong support base within their respective communities. The Congress leaders claimed that the joining of these prominent figures indicates a shift in public sentiment, with the days of the ruling BJP in Uttar Pradesh seeming numbered.

This development follows recent additions of other high-profile leaders from different parties, underscoring the growing momentum behind the Congress in the state. Congress officials expressed confidence in Rahul Gandhi's leadership, stating that the party's ideas resonate strongly with various social groups and communities in Uttar Pradesh.