Only Dalit to succeed me as BSP chief: Maya

Lucknow, August 27

BSP president Mayawati on Friday said it is too early to announce her successor but when the time comes, another Dalit will lead the party.

Attacking the Congress, the former Uttar Pradesh CM said despite losing mass support, the party was allegedly spreading canards and maligning the BSP’s image.

“There is no need to speculate on my successor as I am fit and fine at present. I will make the announcement only when I am not fit to lead the party,” she said.

“My successor will be another Dalit who has stood by me and the party with all honesty and dedication even during the most trying times. The party has seen many ups and downs,” she added.

She said BSP founder Kanshi Ram too had declared her as his successor only when he was not keeping well.

Reacting to a promotional booklet prepared by the Uttar Pradesh Congress in the run-up to the Assembly elections in the state, the BSP chief alleged that the party was using money and food to attract crowds at its rallies. — PTI