{"id":546,"date":"2025-09-25T09:41:59","date_gmt":"2025-09-25T09:41:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nowindiatimes.com\/india\/?p=546"},"modified":"2025-09-25T09:45:24","modified_gmt":"2025-09-25T09:45:24","slug":"azam-khan-addresses-media-after-returning-home-in-rampur","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nowindiatimes.com\/india\/?p=546","title":{"rendered":"Azam Khan Addresses Media After Returning Home in Rampur"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Rampur (Desk) \u2013 Samajwadi Party (SP) National General Secretary and former Cabinet Minister Azam Khan, after returning to his hometown of Rampur, spoke to the media for the first time. Emerging from his residence, Khan responded to reporters\u2019 questions in his characteristic candid and confident style.When asked about his absence from leadership roles following his 23-month imprisonment, Khan maintained his composure and spoke with his usual assertiveness. Addressing speculation about joining the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), he firmly stated that he values character and respect above all, saying, \u201cPeople should love and respect us; we have proven ourselves.\u201dAzam Khan also expressed gratitude to the Supreme Court, which recently played a role in his release. His return has drawn significant attention from local supporters and media alike, reflecting his enduring political influence in the region.Observers noted that his demeanor suggested he is ready to resume active political engagement, while remaining defiant against any attempts to tarnish his reputation. The former minister\u2019s homecoming signals a new chapter in his political journey, with many closely watching his next moves within the Samajwadi Party and the wider political landscape of Uttar Pradesh.<\/p>\n\n\n