UP 2027 Polls: SP-Congress Seat-Sharing Talks Hit Roadblock

Seat-sharing talks between the Samajwadi Party and Congress ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly election are facing differences over both the number of seats and key constituencies, according to sources. The SP is considering offering Congress around 60 to 70 seats, while Congress is seeking around 105, based on the 2017 alliance formula. Rae Bareli and Amethi are among the reported points of disagreement, with the SP also seeking a list of Congress's potential candidates before finalising the formula.