In a significant political development, Ashok Siddharth, the father-in-law of Mayawati's nephew Akash Anand, has been reinstated into the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP). Siddharth, a former MP from Uttar Pradesh, previously offered an extensive public apology on the social media platform X. He expressed his regrets to BSP Chief Mayawati, acknowledging his past missteps. Mayawati, on recognizing his remorse and dedication, decided to give him another opportunity within the BSP for the betterment of the party and its movement.
What Did Ashok Siddharth Say?
Ashok Siddharth, father-in-law of Akash Anand, admitted to being misled by wrongful influences during his tenure with the BSP, for which he has earnestly apologized. He pledged unwavering dedication and adherence to party principles under Mayawati's leadership. Furthermore, he assured that he would refrain from leveraging familial ties for personal gain.
Mayawati's Reaction
Soon after Siddharth's apology was posted on social media, Mayawati announced his reinstatement. She stated that Siddharth had been ousted due to anti-party activities but was now readmitted after showing prolonged repentance and publicly seeking forgiveness.
Source: aajtak
Commitment to Strengthen the Party
Following Mayawati's post, Siddharth conveyed his gratitude and reiterated his commitment to fortifying the party. He assured Mayawati of his dedicated efforts to strengthen the BSP.
Expulsion Due to Anti-Party Activities
In reality, Mayawati had previously expelled Ashok Siddharth and Akash Anand for anti-party actions. However, Akash Anand was rerouted back into the BSP recently and has been entrusted with significant responsibilities within the party.
