The saffron party had alleged that Jain has links with the SP. Akhilesh Yadav, however, has vehemently denied it. On whether on coming to power, his party would do anything for students from poor families who want to study abroad, Yadav said the SP would create a fund for the purpose. He also appealed to the Election Commission that if it decides to hold virtual rallies for Uttar Pradesh polls, some amount of funds should be given to political parties which do not have the resources to match the BJP. Yadav added that he is not in favour of online voting. The SP president said that he would also urge the Election Commission to keep an eye on speeches by BJP leaders spreading hatred.