The first rally of the Grand Alliance in Uttar Pradesh - the state that sends the maximum number of lawmakers to parliament - turned into Mayawati's big pitch, not just against the BJP but also the Congress. While she accused the BJP of "policies inspired by hatred", she warned the people against succumbing to Congress's promises about eradicating poverty through its Basic Minimum Income Scheme that involves a payment of Rs. 6,000 a month.
