Lucknow, March 10 -- Brahmins are back on the centre stage of political discourse in Uttar Pradesh and observers feel that the politically vocal and influential community may emerge as an important undercurrent ahead of the 2027 assembly elections in the state.

A series of recent developments has fuelled a perception in some quarters that sections of the community are unhappy with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), prompting Opposition parties to step up efforts to woo Brahmin voters.

As Brahmins are estimated to constitute around 10-12% of Uttar Pradesh's electorate and wield influence in several constituencies, their political mood and other parties' bid to win them over are likely to remain closely watched in the run-up to the ...