The return and entry of leaders from various parties is boosting the morale of the Congress in Uttar Pradesh ahead of the 2024 elections. These new additions are helping the party form a diverse lineup of leaders from different castes and communities, which could potentially strengthen its bargaining power with ally Samajwadi Party for a larger share of seats. The Congress refusal to give seats to SP in Madhya Pradesh has angered Akhilesh Yadav. The party s recent victories in Karnataka and Himachal Pradesh are also attracting leaders to join.