Akhilesh Yadav Says Tie-Up With Mayawati In 2019 Even If It Costs Seats

Lucknow: 
Akhilesh Yadav, stoked by recent bypoll successes after joining hands with Mayawati's party, has made it clear that he wants to continue the alliance with his party's long-time rival for the 2019 national election, even if it means riding shotgun.

"Our alliance with BSP will continue, in 2019 even if we have to give up a few seats we will do it. We have to ensure the BJP is defeated," Akhilesh Yadav said at a public meeting on Sunday in Mainpuri.