Brahmin Community Preparing to Deliver a Major Blow to Akhilesh

Azamgarh, a district in Uttar Pradesh considered a stronghold of the Samajwadi Party (SP), was once again in the headlines on July 3, 2025. Akhilesh Yadav, the national president of SP and former Chief Minister, inaugurated his new residence and party office, which he named the PDA Bhawan.

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Built on 72 bighas of land in Anwarganj, the complex includes Akhilesh's private residence, the party office, and a large hall for supporters. However, amid this grand event, a question drew widespread attention why did Akhilesh try to invite Brahmin scholars from Kashi for the housewarming ceremony, but not invite any scholar from the PDA (Backward, Dalit, Minority) community? This question became a topic of discussion not just in political circles, but also on social media and among the local public. When it comes to the anger of the Brahmin community, the Brahmin Sabha expelled the Brahmins who performed the housewarming rituals at the SP office and residence from their community. This displeasure of the Brahmins could cost SP dearly in the 2027 elections, as Brahmins constitute about 10 percent of UP's population.

The new SP office in Azamgarh has been constructed with an eye on the 2027 Assembly elections. By naming it the PDA Bhawan, Akhilesh made his strategy clear. PDA that is, Backward, Dalit, and Minority has been the foundation of SP’s political strategy, which helped the party win 37 seats in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections and stall the BJP’s victory march in Uttar Pradesh.