Lucknow/IBNS, Oct. 1 -- In a surprise move, Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav has fielded senior Reliance Group executive and sports administrator Dhanraj Parimal Nathwani as one of the party's nominees for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh.

Nathwani, who was named alongside veteran SP leader Ram Gopal Yadav, subsequently filed his nomination in Lucknow.

His candidature has drawn attention as his professional career has largely been associated with Reliance, cricket administration and institutional roles rather than conventional party politics.

Reliance Industries: Nathwani is a Group President at Reliance Industries. His responsibilities include the company's Jamnagar manufacturing divisions, strategic work r...