Overview
- Pal was expelled by SP chief Akhilesh Yadav on grounds of anti-party activities and indiscipline after she praised Yogi Adityanath in the Assembly.
- The UP CMO officially announced her courtesy visit to CM Yogi Adityanath at his Lucknow residence on August 16.
- Facing speculation about joining the BJP, Pal announced she is not taking that step now and will consult Pal community elders before considering any new affiliation.
- SP insiders cited her cross-voting in last year’s Rajya Sabha polls and a June warning as preludes to her expulsion.
- Critics within the party challenged the expulsion letter’s addressal of Pal as “Ms” instead of “Mrs,” decrying it as disrespectful to a widow.