U.P. Alliance Row: Why SP-Congress Seat Sharing Is Becoming A 2027 Flashpoint

The SP-Congress alliance in Uttar Pradesh is facing fresh friction ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. Akhilesh Yadav is skipping the September 30 INDIA bloc meeting, officially citing other commitments, while reports point to growing differences over seat-sharing. Congress is seeking a larger share of seats, while the SP wants negotiations to focus on candidate strength and regional equations. The spotlight is also on Raebareli and Amethi, where both parties have political stakes. Akhilesh’s PDA Yatra from Raebareli and Congress activity in SP strongholds have added to the tension. With both parties preparing for 2027, the key question is how they manage alliance politics and competing claims.