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In a surprising turn of events, the INDIA alliance's strong performance in the recent elections has denied the BJP an absolute majority, forcing it to rely on alliance partners like TDP and JDU. This shift has reversed the political dynamics, making Chandrababu Naidu a crucial ally for the BJP, while Jagan Mohan Reddy's earlier mandate has not translated into expected gains for Andhra Pradesh.
The Congress party's victory in the Telangana state elections may not be as beneficial as it seems, as political columnist Sugata Srinivasaraju argues that it could be "damaging and dangerous" for the party. Despite initially predicting victories in multiple states, the Congress only managed to secure power in Telangana. However, Srinivasaraju suggests that this victory comes with complications and may not significantly improve the party's standing in the INDIA alliance. The article questions whether Rahul Gandhi can rescue the party with this single move.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee may skip the next meeting of the INDIA alliance bloc on November 6, citing prior engagements in north Bengal. The meeting, aimed at planning for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, comes after Congress's poor performance in recent state elections. TMC spokesperson Kunal Ghosh criticized Congress for its failures and claimed that the Trinamool Congress could provide leadership against the BJP nationwide. Meanwhile, JD(U) leaders called for a "credible face" like Nitish Kumar to lead the INDIA coalition, urging Congress to show a "big heart" and include all parties to defeat the BJP. Banerjee also emphasized the need for proper seat sharing to prevent the BJP from retaining power in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.