In Uttar Pradesh, why welfare pitch to Gen Z, women fuels BJP vs SP vs BSP battle
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced plans to provide one lakh jobs for youth and free bus travel for women over 60, intensifying the welfare battle ahead of the 2027 elections. In response, Akhilesh Yadav reiterated a ₹40,000 aid proposal for women, while Mayawati called for filling reserved vacancies. The elections are less than six months away.