‘Endorse 5 names or …’: Maha SP chief Abu Azmi warns MVA, slams Congress

The Samajwadi Party, part of the INDIA (Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance) bloc, has threatened to field 25 to 30 Independent candidates in Maharashtra’s assembly elections if the Maha Vikas Aghadi does not endorse its five announced candidates. SP leader Abu Azmi criticized the MVA’s delay in finalizing seat-sharing arrangements.