Akhilesh Yadav Turns 52: Warm Wishes Pour In, PDA Politics in Focus

Samajwadi Party (SP) chief and Member of Parliament Akhilesh Yadav celebrated his 52nd birthday today, receiving a flood of greetings from party leaders, workers, and supporters across Uttar Pradesh and the country. However, it was the birthday wishes from prominent opposition leaders on social media that drew significant attention, especially as they highlighted the emerging political alliances and strategies ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections.

Spotlight on PDA Formula

Akhilesh Yadav has centered his political strategy around the PDA (Pichda, Dalit, Alpsankhyak – Backward, Dalit, Minority) formula, which proved highly successful in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, helping the SP win a record number of seats. It is widely believed that he will continue with this approach for the 2027 assembly polls.

Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi’s Messages Go Viral

Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi took to social media to wish Akhilesh, writing, “Heartiest birthday wishes to my brother Akhilesh Yadav, the strong voice of PDA. Stay healthy and happy. We will stand shoulder to shoulder with you in this fight for justice and equality.” His sister, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi, also posted, “Heartfelt birthday greetings to former UP Chief Minister, SP President, and the powerful voice of PDA society, Akhilesh Yadav. May God grant you health and longevity. Together, we will fight and win the battle for social justice.”

Observers see these messages not just as birthday wishes but as signals of a deepening alliance between the Congress and SP, with a shared focus on the PDA agenda.

Tejashwi Yadav, Yogi Adityanath, and Mayawati Join In

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav praised Akhilesh for his contributions to education and social justice, highlighting initiatives like distributing 1.8 million laptops to students and launching Dial 100 for police and Dial 108 for emergency medical services. He called Akhilesh the “architect of modern UP” and a “hero of the PDA society.”

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also extended formal birthday greetings, to which Akhilesh replied with thanks. BSP chief Mayawati sent her wishes for a long and happy life to Akhilesh, who responded graciously.

Celebrations Across the State

Across Uttar Pradesh and beyond, SP supporters marked the occasion with enthusiasm. Activities included distributing bicycles, organizing blood donation camps, and planting trees, all reflecting the positive and social spirit of the party. Prayers were held at significant religious sites, including Ayodhya’s Guptar Ghat, where party members performed rituals and offered prayers for Akhilesh’s health and success.

A Leader of the People

Supporters described Akhilesh as a leader who has made the dreams of ordinary people his own. On his birthday, prayers were offered for his continued leadership, with hopes that he will bring prosperity, good governance, and employment opportunities to millions of youth, and strengthen the spirit of unity and brotherhood in Uttar Pradesh and India.

As the celebrations concluded, the focus remained on the PDA formula and the growing alliance between opposition parties, signaling a dynamic political landscape ahead of the next major elections.