As the birth anniversary of Kanshiram, the founder of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), approaches on March 15, 2023, various political parties in India including the Congress Party and the Samajwadi Party (SP) have planned major events to honor his legacy. Congress is organizing a significant program in Delhi on this date, and prior to it, they are hosting an event on March 13 at the Indira Gandhi Pratishthan in Lucknow, with opposition leader Rahul Gandhi participating as the chief guest to engage in discussions regarding issues faced by the Bahujan community. The SP is also actively participating in the celebration by planning district-level events across Uttar Pradesh to commemorate Kanshiram's legacy, with its leader Akhilesh Yadav announcing the observation of March 15 as 'PDA Day'. Meanwhile, the BJP has included Kanshiram in its calendar of celebrations for the anniversaries of 15 Dalit luminaries. This shift shows how all major parties are trying to capitalize on Kanshiram's influence as they approach the crucial 2027 assembly elections. While the BSP has consistently celebrated Kanshiram's birthday each year, this increased recognition by Congress and SP underscores the ongoing political maneuvering to appeal to Dalit voters in Uttar Pradesh. This phenomenon of suddenly embracing Kanshiram's legacy has raised questions about the motivations of these parties, especially as they prepare for the upcoming elections. It seems to reflect a broader strategy to unite various political factions around issues of social justice and Dalit rights, crucial for electoral success in a state with significant Dalit demographics.