BSP leader Mayawati launched a scathing critique against both the BJP and Congress, accusing them of conspiring to undermine constitutional reservations. Alleging a collusion between the ruling party and the opposition, she claimed their shared agenda was to either abolish or render ineffective SC, ST, and OBC reservations. Mayawati highlighted their reluctance to conduct a caste-based census nationwide as evidence of their intentions. She criticized their purportedly insincere stance on this critical issue, portraying their actions as mere political maneuvers aimed at securing votes. Her remarks underscored a deep-seated concern over the future of affirmative action in India`s socio-political landscape.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh on February 08 in the Upper House of the Parliament. He praised his contribution to the country. He recalled the incident when Dr Manmohan Singh came to the Parliament in a wheelchair to cast his vote against the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill, 2023.