Lucknow | 16 January 2026:-Dr Abhishek Verma, Chief National Coordinator, ShivSena (NDA) Alliance and Elections, attended and addressed the 13th Sankalp Diwas rally of the Nishad Party held in Lucknow on 13 January 2026. The rally witnessed a strong and disciplined gathering of over 6,000 party workers and supporters, underlining the growing political mobilisation of the Nishad community within the National Democratic Alliance.
The event served as a significant platform for reinforcing the Nishad Party’s commitment to social justice, constitutional dignity, and inclusive development, while strengthening coordination among NDA allies in Uttar Pradesh.
Dignitaries Present on the Dais
• Shri Sanjay Kumar Nishad, Cabinet Minister for Fisheries, Government of Uttar Pradesh and National President, Nishad Party
• Shri Praveen Nishad, Member of Parliament, Nishad Party
• Shri Kiren Rijiju, Union Minister, Govt of India
• Shri Keshav Prasad Maurya, Deputy Chief Minister, Uttar Pradesh
• Shri Brajesh Pathak, Deputy Chief Minister, Uttar Pradesh
• Shri Om Prakash Rajbhar, President, Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party
• Dr Abhishek Verma, Chief National Coordinator, ShivSena (NDA) Alliance and Elections
• Senior leaders of Apna Dal and other NDA constituents
Excerpts from Dr Abhishek Verma’s Address
Addressing the gathering, Dr Verma emphasized unity, cultural consciousness, and national responsibility. He stated that the Sankalp Diwas rally was not merely a political event but a reaffirmation of social self-respect and collective resolve.
He underlined that the ideology of ShivSena within the NDA framework stands firmly on the pillars of cultural pride, social justice, and national interest, and that empowering traditional communities is essential for building a strong and unified India.
Dr Verma further stressed that the NDA represents a shared national duty rather than a transactional alliance, and that the Nishad community plays a decisive role in strengthening this collective vision.
Event Overview
The 13th Sankalp Diwas rally highlighted the importance of unity among NDA partners and reaffirmed a shared commitment to grassroots empowerment, cultural identity, and coordinated political strategy in Uttar Pradesh.
