In a reference to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Samajwadi Party leader Jaya Bachchan on Tuesday, 30 April, while addressing a rally, said that the person responsible for safeguarding the nation is the one who is creating disorder and chaos, as reported by ANI.
The responsibility of booth agents is very important and necessary, she added.
“Samajwadi's culture is to welcome new candidates wholeheartedly. We ensure our candidates that no matter where all of you come from, you are a part of SP and we will protect you,” she said.
"You all have to promise me this (Poonam's victory), otherwise she will not allow me to enter Mumbai. She is my friend and I have had good relations with her for over 40 years now," she added.
SP-BSP-RLD alliance is contesting polls in Uttar Pradesh against Congress and BJP. SP will contest 37 seats, BSP on 38 and RLD on three seats.
The capital city will go to poll on 6 May in the fifth phase. The counting will take place on 23 May.
(With inputs from ANI)
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