Samajwadi Party Ends Alliance with I-PAC for Uttar Pradesh Elections Amid Concerns
‘Jittery’ SP pulls the plug on I-PAC deal for UP 2027 as poll losses in Bengal, Tamil Nadu dent credibility
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The Samajwadi Party (SP) has terminated its partnership with the Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) for the upcoming 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections due to legal issues and recent electoral failures in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu. The arrest of I-PAC director Vinesh Chandel over financial irregularities further complicated the deal.
- 01The SP's alliance with I-PAC is officially canceled.
- 02Legal troubles and electoral losses influenced the decision.
- 03I-PAC's operations have been significantly reduced in West Bengal.
- 04A new consultancy may assist the SP moving forward.
- 05Internal party preferences are shifting towards relying on grassroots feedback.
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The Samajwadi Party (SP) has decided to end its collaboration with the Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. This decision comes in light of several factors, including the recent arrest of I-PAC director Vinesh Chandel in connection with alleged financial irregularities related to the Bengal coal smuggling case, which has raised doubts about the firm's credibility and operational capacity. Additionally, the SP's concerns were heightened by the poor electoral performances of parties I-PAC had previously advised, notably the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in West Bengal and the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) in Tamil Nadu. Following these setbacks, I-PAC has scaled back its operations in Bengal, closing offices and reducing staff, which has strained its relationship with TMC leaders. The SP's leadership, particularly Akhilesh Yadav, is reportedly leaning towards gathering insights from its own party workers rather than depending on external consultants. Despite this setback, the SP is expected to engage another firm, likely composed of former I-PAC employees, to assist in its campaign efforts as it prepares for the elections.
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This decision may lead to a shift in the SP's campaign strategy, potentially affecting its outreach and effectiveness in the upcoming elections.
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