Former IAS Officer Divya Mittal Rules Out Joining Any Party, Announces Independent Political Journey in Uttar Pradesh
Mittal said she will focus on rural infrastructure, exam paper leaks and jobs as she builds an independent platform outside party politics.
- On Tuesday, September 29, 2026, former IAS officer Divya Mittal announced her entry into independent politics in Uttar Pradesh, ending her nearly 13-year administrative career.
- Recalling administrative challenges, Mittal cited cases where approved projects—including a village school—remained stalled for three years, questioning "higher-level interference" blocking legitimate citizen benefits.
- Ruling out existing political parties, Mittal proposed a "new politics" platform defined by "intent, justice, care and thinking," aiming to listen directly to citizens rather than treating them as electoral numbers.
- Her agenda prioritizes rural infrastructure, examination paper leaks, and artificial intelligence's impact on employment, with Mittal appealing to teachers, doctors, farmers, and students to join her initiative.
- Urging citizens not to wait for a "messiah," Mittal emphasized that meaningful change requires collective action and accountability in public welfare, roads, and bridges across the state.
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‘UP is my karmabhoomi’: Former IAS officer Divya Mittal announces independent political entry
Divya Mittal has decided to enter independent politics as she announces her political journey in Uttar Pradesh. She aims to address various issues such as infrastructure, employment, and examination paper leaks, which require public attention. Mittal expressed her concerns about unresolved public problems stemming from a lack of governmental intent. She has called for collective public participation to facilitate meaningful political change.
Former IPS officer Divya Mittal has revealed her future plans. In a video released on social media, she stated that she will enter politics, but will not join any political party. She stated that her political career will be focused on raising the voices and issues of ordinary people. Calling Uttar Pradesh her "karmabhoomi," she expressed her desire to begin a new political career from there.
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