New Delhi, November 10, 2026: Political activity is gaining momentum in Uttar Pradesh ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. Amid preparations by major political parties, including the BJP, Samajwadi Party, BSP and Congress, another political outfit has entered the electoral race. The Hyderabad-based Sarvajan Sanatan Party, led by former CBI Interim Director M Nageshwar Rao, has invited applications from prospective candidates for all 403 Assembly constituencies in the state.
The party has initiated the first phase of its candidate selection process, seeking applications from individuals interested in contesting the upcoming Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections.
Sarvajan Sanatan Party Begins Candidate Selection Process
M Nageshwar Rao, who recently joined the party as its national president in Kashi, announced that the organisation has begun the first phase of its selection process for all 403 Legislative Assembly constituencies in Uttar Pradesh.
In a post on social media platform X, Rao clarified that the current application process is meant only for preliminary screening.
“Applicants found preliminarily suitable will be asked to provide detailed information and the required documents in the second phase,” he stated.
The party plans to assess applicants before moving forward with the next stage of candidate selection.
What Are the Eligibility Criteria?
According to the party’s application guidelines, prospective candidates must believe in the ideology, core objectives and policies of the Sarvajan Sanatan Party.
Applicants are also expected to demonstrate a commitment to working in accordance with the party’s principles and objectives.
The initial application process will help the party identify suitable candidates for further evaluation.
Who Is M Nageshwar Rao?
M Nageshwar Rao is a former Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of the 1986 batch, belonging to the Odisha cadre. He previously served as the Interim Director of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
He assumed the role of national president of the Sarvajan Sanatan Party in Kashi nearly a month ago. Since then, the party has begun preparations to expand its political presence in Uttar Pradesh ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections.
Party’s Vision: Modern Outlook, Civilisational Roots
The Sarvajan Sanatan Party says it aims to build a Bharat that is modern in outlook, rooted in civilisation and united in purpose.
In a political environment where caste and religious identities often play an important role in electoral debates, the party claims to offer an approach based on its stated ideology, objectives and policies.
UP Elections 2027: New Political Contenders Enter the Race
The 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections are expected to witness political competition among established parties as well as emerging political organisations.
Former IAS officer Divya Mittal has also announced plans to contest all 403 Assembly seats. Now, the Sarvajan Sanatan Party has started its candidate application process for the same number of constituencies.
However, the party’s electoral prospects and political influence will become clearer once its candidate selection process advances and its election strategy takes shape.