Uttar Pradesh: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath recently met with Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Chief Mohan Bhagwat in Mathura, focusing on strategies for the upcoming Assembly bypolls in the state. This meeting is significant as it marks their first engagement since the Lok Sabha elections, where the BJP faced a sharp decline in its seat count, both nationally and in Uttar Pradesh.
During the meeting, which also included RSS General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale, discussions revolved around enhancing coordination between the RSS cadre and the BJP, especially in light of the party’s lackluster performance in recent elections. The BJP won only 33 seats in Uttar Pradesh, down from 62 in the previous Lok Sabha elections, while the Congress-Samajwadi Party alliance gained 43 seats. The leaders are working to address organizational issues that were identified as contributing factors to this decline, signaling a commitment to reevaluate their approach ahead of the crucial bypolls.
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The timing of this meeting aligns with the upcoming national executive meeting of the RSS, also known as the “Diwali baithak,” scheduled for October 25-26. This annual gathering will focus on the “RSS 100” plan and review previous speeches by Bhagwat, particularly emphasizing Hindu unity and the challenges posed by demographic changes and social discord. Bhagwat’s previous remarks highlighted the need for maintaining dignity and humility within the party, urging members to embody the values of a “true sevak” (servant).
As the BJP aims to recover from its recent setbacks, this meeting underscores the party’s determination to consolidate its organizational strength and reconnect with grassroots supporters. Adityanath’s proactive engagement with the RSS leadership reflects the urgency with which the BJP is approaching the upcoming electoral challenges, showcasing a unified front in preparation for the bypolls.
This concerted effort by the BJP and the RSS signals their strategy to regain voter trust and rectify past missteps, setting the stage for a renewed electoral push in Uttar Pradesh.
