Modi Set to visit Azamgarh on March 10, BJP eyes constituency as crucial in Eastern Uttar Pradesh

In June 2022, Dinesh Lal Yadav 'Nirahua' from the BJP, who lost to Akhilesh Yadav in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, won the Azamgarh seat in a by-election. This seat became vacant after Akhilesh won from Karhal.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to Azamgarh on March 10 holds great significance, especially as it's just before the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. This move is seen as an attempt by the BJP to weaken the Samajwadi Party (SP), which holds a strong position in the region.

Political dynamics

Azamgarh, located in eastern Uttar Pradesh, holds immense political importance due to its demographics and history. It shares borders with several crucial districts and has a significant population of Muslims and Yadavs. In the past, political heavyweights like Mulayam Singh Yadav have contested from Azamgarh to counter the 'Modi wave.'

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To gain traction in SP's stronghold, the BJP has been strategically planning its moves. They've sent leaders like Mohan Yadav, their new Yadav chief minister from Madhya Pradesh, to Azamgarh to connect with voters. This demonstrates their efforts to penetrate SP's vote bank.

Modi's agenda

During his visit, Modi is expected to address a public gathering and inaugurate the Manduri airport and Maharaja Suheldev University. These initiatives are part of the regional connectivity scheme and reflect the government's focus on development in the region.

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Modi's visit to Azamgarh is not just a routine political event but a strategic move aimed at consolidating support and weakening opposition strongholds ahead of the crucial 2024 Lok Sabha elections.