Archive · 13 Sep 2026
Mayawati Bans Nepotism, Rules Out Nephews’ BSP Political Roles
Mayawati, the leader of the BSP, announced a rule against political favoritism for family members.
She said relatives of someone given a party position will not automatically receive political jobs or benefits.
Her nephews, Akash Anand and Ishan Anand, will not be allowed to enter politics through BSP positions.
Their future children will also be excluded from such opportunities.
Their father, Anand Kumar, may receive help from his daughter, Deepika Anand, who is studying law.
Deepika’s role would depend on her willingness, honesty, loyalty and ability to work.
If she does not want the role, another dedicated Dalit party worker could help with the party’s consent.
The BSP also wants about half of its organisation to consist of young people and plans to prioritise capable candidates from all communities.
Mayawati said expelled members would not be allowed to return.
Mayawati announced that BSP positions and electoral opportunities will not automatically pass to relatives.
She ruled out political roles for her nephews Akash Anand and Ishan Anand, as well as their future children.
Anand Kumar may seek assistance from his daughter, Deepika Anand, depending on her willingness, loyalty and ability.
The BSP is targeting about 50% youth participation and will prioritise young, hardworking candidates from all sections of society.
Mayawati rejected reports that members expelled for indiscipline or anti-party activity would be readmitted.
- Who
- BSP chief Mayawati, her brother Anand Kumar, his children and the Bahujan Samaj Party.
- What
- Mayawati announced a no-nepotism policy, ruled out BSP political roles for Anand Kumar’s sons and rejected reports of readmitting expelled members.
- When
- Saturday; the articles do not specify the date.
- Where
- The announcement was made in posts on X from Lucknow.
- Why
- Mayawati said the policy would protect the BSP from nepotism, strengthen its organisation and expand opportunities for young, capable people from all sections of society.
- Party
- Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP)
- Announced by
- Mayawati
- Family members excluded
- Akash Anand, Ishan Anand and their future children
- Possible family assistance
- Deepika Anand may assist Anand Kumar if she is willing and considered honest, loyal and capable
- Youth participation target
- Approximately 50% of the BSP organisation
- Candidate priorities
- Young, hardworking and talented men and women from all sections of society
- Readmission policy
- Members expelled for indiscipline or anti-party activities will not be readmitted
