India, Aug. 23 -- Political row could consolidate Jat support behind Jayant Chaudhary.

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav's recent "chavanni" (25-paise coin) jibe at Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) president Jayant Chaudhary has triggered a political backlash in Uttar Pradesh and could complicate the SP's electoral strategy in Western Uttar Pradesh ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. Political observers believe the remark could work to the RLD's advantage, particularly in a region where the party has traditionally maintained a strong support base.

They argue that the controversy could lead to greater consolidation of voters around Chaudhary and potentially cost the SP seats where it may otherwise have remained competitive in the 2027 polls....