Brahmin MLAs' Meet Rocks UP BJP: Party Rushes to Quell Caste Unease

• A gathering of Brahmin MLAs in Uttar Pradesh during the Assembly session has caused significant political turmoil within the BJP, prompting swift damage control.
• BJP state president Pankaj Chaudhary warned against such "indiscipline," while senior leader Ramapati Ram Tripathi is mediating to pacify disgruntled legislators.
• The meeting, held at Kushinagar BJP MLA PN Pathak's residence, exposed internal contradictions on caste representation and discipline within the ruling party.
• Brahmin MLAs reportedly feel their influence is waning despite their crucial support (89% voted BJP in 2022) and historical role as agenda-setters in UP politics.
• Opposition parties like SP and Congress are leveraging the situation, accusing the BJP of selective targeting and disrespect towards Brahmin leaders.

Why It Matters: BJP faces internal strife over Brahmin MLAs' gathering, risking crucial vote bank ahead of elections.