Seeking to firm up a strategy to win the coming assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh, the BJP on Friday, indicated it was prepared to embrace new allies, including BSP, and position itself in a post-poll winning combination.
We are prepared to share seats with present and future allies, party unit vice-president Satdeo Singh told reporters after a meeting of working committee of the party's state unit which discussed the poll strategy.
Asked whether BJP would have alliance with Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), Singh told reporters. " We are open to all parties. If BSP talks to us, we can have an alliance."
Asked whether BJP would have alliance with Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), Singh told reporters. " We are open to all parties. If BSP talks to us, we can have an alliance."
On possible post-poll alliance in the event of a fractured electoral verdict, Singh hinted BJP would be glad to look for new partners.
Our stand on this will be decided by what scenario emerges after the polls, he said, adding that no political party is untouchable.
BJP state president Kalraj Mishra was more forthcoming when he said efforts were on to evolve a winning combination.
Satdeo Singh said that in all likelihood we are going to have an alliance with RLD.
Bureau Report
