Lucknow, In a significant development, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati has officially declared her nephew, Akash Anand, as her successor during a party meeting focused on preparations for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The announcement underscores Akash Anand’s pivotal role in strengthening the BSP and overseeing preparations for the upcoming polls.
Mayawati’s decision places Akash Anand, son of Mayawati’s younger brother Anand Kumar, in a key leadership position within the party. Anand Kumar, who serves as the vice president of the party since 2019, has been actively involved in party affairs. The move comes as the BSP aims to consolidate its position ahead of the 2024 elections.
BSP leader Udayveer Singh, present at the meeting, conveyed Mayawati’s decision, stating, “BSP chief Mayawati has announced Akash Anand as her successor.” Singh further highlighted that Akash Anand would assess the BSP’s presence and election preparations in regions where the party needs to strengthen its position. Mayawati will continue to lead the party in Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, while Akash Anand assumes a leadership role in other states.
The official announcement positions Akash Anand, aged 28, as a prominent figure in the party, having played crucial roles in the party’s campaigns during the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, particularly in Rajasthan. His involvement in recent Assembly elections, along with his strategic contributions, further solidifies his role as Mayawati’s successor.
As the BSP gears up for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Akash Anand’s leadership will be closely watched, marking a new chapter in the party’s trajectory.
