Mayawati
National President, Bahujan Samaj PartyBirth DetailsJanuary 15, 1956 | New Delhi
NationalityIndian
LeaguePolitician
EducationB.A., Kalindi Women’s College, Delhi University; B.Ed., VMLG College, Ghaziabad; LLB, Delhi University
Mayawati’s Journey so far ...
Before you go ...
- After being advised by Dalit leader Kanshi Ram to join politics, Mayawati became a member of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) when it was founded by Ram in 1984
- In 1989, she became a Member of Parliament (MP) for the first time after winning the Lok Sabha elections from Bijnor
- She was elected to the Rajya Sabha for the first time in 1994
- In 1995, Mayawati was sworn-in as the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, becoming the first woman from the Dalit community to be elected for the post
- After a short stint as the CM, she was elected to the state Assembly as an MLA in 1996
- Mayawati was re-elected for a second term as the CM of UP in 1997. Her second term lasted for six months
- In 1998, she was re-elected for a second term to the Lok Sabha from the Akbarpur constituency (in UP)
- She was elected to the Lok Sabha for the third time in 1999
- In 2002, she was again elected to the UP Assembly
- Mayawati was elected as the CM of UP for the third time in May 2002
- In September 2003, she was appointed as the national president of BSP
- In 2004, she was elected to the Lok Sabha for the fourth time, but she resigned a few months later
- In July 2004, she was elected to the Rajya Sabha for the second time
- Mayawati became the CM of UP for the fourth time in 2007. This time, she held the position for the full five-year term
- She was re-elected to the Rajya Sabha for the third time in 2012
Before you go ...
- She is the first-ever Dalit woman to become the chief minister of a state
- Her supporters often refer to her by the nickname Behenji
- Mayawati is the author of the books Bahujan Samaj Aur Uski Rajniti (2000), Mere Sangarshmai Jeevan Evam Bahujan Movement Ka Safarnama (2006) and A Travelogue of My Struggle-Ridden Life and of Bahujan Samaj (2008)
- Every year, her birthday is celebrated as Jan Kalyankari Diwas; party workers extend help to the poor and needy on this day
Last Updated: 25/08/2021
Mayawati News
- BJP, Congress have made Constitution casteist, communal through amendments: MayawatiBSP president Mayawati criticised the BJP and Congress governments, accusing them of making the Constitution casteist, communal, and capitalistic through various amendments. She stated that they have strayed from the egalitarian and secular principles of Dr BR Ambedkar, and failed to implement the Mandal Commission report for OBC reservation benefits. She deemed their actions as inappropriate political manipulation of the Constitution.
- Mayawati reverses decision; reinstates nephew Akash Anand as political heirBahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati reversed her decision on Sunday and announced Akash Anand as her successor. BSP spokesperson Sarvar Malik informed that Akash Anand will assume the role of national coordinator. Previously, Mayawati had removed her nephew Akash Anand as her political heir and from his party position until he matures. Akash Anand had been appointed as the National Coordinator of BSP. On Saturday, the party released a list of 13 star campaigners for the upcoming Uttarakhand Assembly by-elections, with party chief Mayawati and her nephew Akash Anand included in the lineup.
- Actor Kamaal Rashid Khan booked for 'objectionable' remarks against BSP chief MayawatiActor Kamaal Rashid Khan has been booked by police in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh for allegedly making objectionable remarks against BSP chief Mayawati. The FIR was lodged by the BSP's district unit chief Sushil Kumar at Deoband police station. Khan, also known as KRK, is from Fulas Akbarpur area in the district and made the remarks in a post on X.
- Mayawati's BSP faces setback in Lok Sabha elections as core jatav voters shift loyaltiesThe Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) suffered a setback in the Lok Sabha elections, losing core Jatav voters. Mayawati's post-poll ambitions were undermined, and Chandrashekhar Azad emerged as an alternative. BSP's decline was attributed to strategic missteps, internal dissent, and the BJP's welfare schemes, leading to a significant drop in vote share.
- Muslims failed to understand BSP: Mayawati after winning zero seats in Lok SabhaAfter a total loss in the Lok Sabha polls, BSP president Mayawati criticized the Muslim community for not understanding the party despite significant representation. She announced future electoral opportunities for Muslims will be reconsidered. The BSP, which won 10 seats in 2019, will conduct a deep analysis of the defeat.
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Mayawati's BSP trailing in all 80 Lok Sabha seats in Uttar PradeshStaring at one of its worst electoral defeats from Uttar Pradesh, Mayawati-led Bahujan Samaj Party is trailing behind in all 80 Lok Sabha seats in Uttar Pradesh. Currently, the BSP has garnered about 1.92 per cent votes in the country and 9.16 per cent votes in Uttar Pradesh, as per Election Commission data.Campaigning ends for 6th phase of Lok Sabha polls in 58 seatsAmong the key contestants are Dharmendra Pradhan (BJP) from Sambalpur (Odisha), Manoj Tiwari (BJP) and Kanhaiya Kumar (Congress) from North East Delhi, Maneka Gandhi (BJP) from Sultanpur (Uttar Pradesh), Mehbooba Mufti (PDP) from Anantnag-Rajouri (Jammu & Kashmir), Abhijit Gangopadhyay (BJP) from Tamluk (West Bengal), and BJP's Manohar Lal Khattar (Karnal, Haryana), Naveen Jindal (Kurukshetra) and Rao Inderjit Singh (Gurgaon).Big guns missing in Maneka Gandhi's low-decibel campaign in SultanpurManeka Gandhi faces uphill battle in Sultanpur as BJP offers limited support. Yogi Adityanath rallies for her, while son Varun Gandhi joins last-minute campaigning. Despite family visits, opposition largely absent. Confident of victory, she focuses on local issues. Controversies over dynasty politics and residency debated as election nears.2024 UP Lok Sabha Polls: BJP, SP locked in battle for Dalit votes of 'weakened' BSP in Ambedkar NagarThe seat was a BSP bastion between 1996 and 2004 during which Mayawati won the seat thrice. In 2019, BSP candidate Ritesh Pandey won the seat for the SP-BSP alliance but switched over to the BJP in February this year and is now contesting from the party. He is being challenged by Lalji Verma, one of the founding members of the BSP and Mayawati's trusted lieutenant. Verma has been a seven-time MLA and minister in many BSP governments in the state. Currently, he is the sitting SP MLA from Katehari.Lok Sabha elections 2024: Actors Akshay Kumar, Farhan Akhtar, Industrialist Anil Ambani, cast their votes for fifth phaseVoting for the fifth phase of the ongoing Lok Sabha elections 2024 began on Monday morning across 49 parliamentary constituencies spread over six states and two Union Territories (UTs) amid tight security and arrangements. The voting started at 7 am and will continue until 6 pm, with those in line by the closing time still allowed to vote. Here are some visuals.Lok Sabha elections 2024: Actors Akshay Kumar, Farhan Akhtar, Industrialist Anil Ambani, cast their votes for fifth phaseUP Lok Sabha Polls 2024 Phase 5: BSP President Mayawati casts vote in Lucknow, says she is hopeful of changeUP Lok Sabha Polls 2024 Phase 5: In the fifth phase of the Lok Sabha elections 2024, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati emphasized the importance of development and welfare issues while casting her vote in Lucknow. She urged all political parties to prioritize these issues. Mayawati expressed hope for a change in power this election, noting the public's silent but observant demeanor. Over 8.95 crore voters across various states and union territories will decide the fate of 695 candidates. Key leaders such as Rahul Gandhi, Rajnath Singh, and others are contesting in this phase.Tax money pays for free ration scheme but BJP trying to take credit, says MayawatiMayawati criticizes BJP for taking credit for free rations on 'X'. She deems it inappropriate to seek votes in return. PM Modi and BJP leaders promote the scheme in rallies. Rations funded by tax money. Mayawati is the former UP CM. Congress, Mallikarjun Kharge, and SP chief Akhilesh Yadav criticize the BJP's approach.Will carve separate state of Bundelkhand if come to power: Bahujan Samaj Party chief MayawatiBahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati on Tuesday said if her party is voted to power, it will carve a separate state of Bundelkhand - the region that straddles the states of Uttar Pradesh Madhya Pradesh. Addressing an election rally in Jhansi, Mayawati said, "There have been demands for carving a separate Bundelkhand state. If our government is formed (at the Centre), then we will take positive steps in this regard. Bundelkhand will definitely be made a separate state."
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