Keshav Prasad Maurya, the Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, criticized the Samajwadi Party (SP) for its alleged divisive politics during a media interaction in Prayagraj. He accused the SP of failing to address the concerns of victims, particularly referencing a recent murder case involving a 16-year-old girl in Ghazipur. Maurya confirmed that an FIR has been filed and the accused arrested, reiterating the state government's commitment to harsh penalties for crimes against women. He dismissed SP chief Akhilesh Yadav's claims of a potential alliance bringing change, predicting a significant defeat for the SP in the upcoming 2027 elections. Maurya warned voters that supporting the SP could jeopardize public safety, likening a return to power for the SP to a resurgence of crime and lawlessness reminiscent of 2012-2017. He also expressed confidence in the Election Commission's ability to ensure fair elections in West Bengal, urging voters to participate fearlessly to end misgovernance. Several BJP leaders attended the event alongside Maurya.