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**Mayawati Appoints Nephew Akash Anand as BSP’s Chief National Coordinator**

**Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh – May 18, 2025** – Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) President Mayawati has appointed her nephew, Akash Anand, as the party’s Chief National Coordinator. The announcement was made during a special meeting held in New Delhi today, attended by the BSP’s central executive committee, senior national and state-level office bearers, and representatives from across India.

“It is hoped that Akash Anand, this time will take measures carefully in the interest of the party and the movement strengthening the ideological foundations of the party,” stated the BSP.

The appointment comes after a period of internal discussion within the party, and Ms. Mayawati expressed confidence in Anand’s ability to strengthen the BSP’s core principles.

In addition to the leadership appointment, the BSP announced its decision to contest the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections independently. The party reaffirmed its commitment to fighting the elections with full strength.

The meeting also addressed other pressing issues. The BSP condemned the recent vandalism of statues of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and Gautam Buddha, urging state governments to take such incidents seriously and to pursue strict action against those responsible.

Finally, the party commended the Indian armed forces for their success in “Operation Sindoor,” praising their valor and effectiveness in combating terrorism. “Every Indian salute the valour of the Army, the Operation against terrorists and their infrastructure proved the might of our armed forces,” the BSP stated.

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