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RLP Chief Beniwal Disappointed By Exclusion from INDIA Bloc Meeting

June 7, 2024, 6:43 pm

Hanuman Beniwal, the leader of the Rashtriya Loktantrik Party (RLP) and the elected representative of the Nagaur Lok Sabha constituency, has voiced his displeasure at not receiving an invitation to the INDIA bloc meeting held in Delhi.

Expressing resentment over not being called for the INDIA bloc meeting in Delhi, Beniwal said, “The meeting was held twice – on June 1 and June 5 in which I was not invited. Why was I not invited? When small parties from the south were invited, why was Hanuman Beniwal not invited?”

He mentioned that he had a phone conversation with Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday, during which Kharge apologized for not including him in the meeting.

He said, “If such a mistake is made, then it is a blunder. Every single MP is needed in the country, and people like Hanuman Beniwal are forgotten. Congress should celebrate that the INDIA bloc has brought 11 seats in Rajasthan, but do we (RLP) not have a role in bringing 11? I got three lakh votes of Congress, but 20 lakh votes of RLP went to Congress, due to which they got so many seats.”

Beniwal accused the Congress of fracturing his party by persuading Ummeda Ram Beniwal, a leader, to leave RLP in Barmer and join Congress as their candidate. “On one hand, they were talking of alliance with me, and on the other hand, they were breaking my party.”

He, on the other hand, refuted any speculation about joining the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and reiterated his dedication to staying within the INDIA bloc.

Ummeda Ram Beniwal switched from RLP to Congress before the Lok Sabha elections. He secured victory in the Barmer constituency, triumphing over Union minister and BJP candidate Kailash Chaudhary.

Sachin Pilot, a senior Congress leader, shared optimism regarding the future of the alliance following Hanuman’s comments. The Pilot commented on the progress, expressing a positive outlook. “Whoever is in the INDIA bloc is there, and today they remain part of the alliance. I believe that in the coming time, more will join the alliance.”

The INDIA coalition, led by Congress, convened its inaugural gathering on Wednesday following its notable advancements in the 2024 Lok Sabha election outcomes. The Rashtriya Loktantrik Party (RLP) is a member of the INDIA coalition.

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: INDIA Alliance Leaders Show Victory Sign At The End Of INDIA bloc Meeting

June 1, 2024, 5:34 pm

The INDIA bloc conducted a significant strategy meeting as the Lok Sabha elections near their conclusion. The gathering took place at the Delhi residence of Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge. Senior leaders including Arvind Kejriwal and Sanjay Singh from the Aam Aadmi Party, CPM’s Sitaram Yechury, National Conference’s Farooq Abdullah, and others have already arrived.

INDIA alliance leaders show victory sign as their meeting concludes at the residence of Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge.

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#WATCH | Delhi | INDIA alliance leaders show victory sign as their meeting concludes at the residence of Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge pic.twitter.com/kERiK778sE

— ANI (@ANI) June 1, 2024

The counting of votes for the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections will take place on June 4.

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: INDIA Bloc Holds Strategy Meet Ahead Of Counting Day

June 1, 2024, 4:36 pm

The INDIA bloc is conducting a significant strategy meeting as the Lok Sabha elections near their conclusion. The gathering is taking place at the Delhi residence of Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge. Senior leaders including Arvind Kejriwal and Sanjay Singh from the Aam Aadmi Party, CPM’s Sitaram Yechury, National Conference’s Farooq Abdullah, and others have already arrived.

The only party not participating is Mamata Banerjee’s Trinamool Congress, due to the final phase of the Lok Sabha elections and ongoing relief operations for Cyclone Remal, which recently affected Bengal.

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Officially, the meeting aims to formulate a strategy to ensure smooth vote counting at state and district levels. However, sources suggest the real focus is on maintaining unity within the alliance.

This is particularly important as the results approach, especially if the NDA secures a narrow victory, according to Congress leaders. They anticipate the NDA winning around 260-270 seats, just shy of the majority mark.

On today’s INDIA alliance meeting, Congress leader Pawan Khera tweets, “INDIA parties met and decided to expose the BJP and its ecosystem on the prefixed exit polls. After considering factors for and against participating in the exit polls, it has been decided by consensus that all the INDIA parties will participate in the exit poll debates on television this evening.”

Swaraj India chief Yogendra Yadav has predicted the NDA will secure no more than 270 seats, falling short of the majority by just two seats.

The exit poll results are expected this evening, but the Congress has opted out of any discussions following them, which has drawn criticism from the BJP camp.

The Congress stated it finds exit polls unnecessary with the vote counting happening soon, while the BJP interpreted this as a “tacit acceptance of defeat.”

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: INDIA Bloc Leaders To Review Performance On June 1, Mamata To Miss Meeting

May 27, 2024, 8:05 pm

The top leaders of the opposition Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc are set to meet in New Delhi on June 1 to evaluate their performance in the recent Lok Sabha elections and strategize for the future. Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge, a key figure in the opposition bloc, will convene the meeting, which coincides with the final phase of polling on June 1.

However, Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Mamata Banerjee has stated that she cannot attend the meeting due to elections scheduled for nine seats in West Bengal on the same day. Mamata Banerjee said, “The INDIA team is holding a meeting on June 1. I have told them I can’t join as we have election on 9 seats in West Bengal on the same day. Punjab, Bihar & UP also have elections on June 1. One one side is the cyclone, and on the other side, it is elections – I have to do everything. Cyclone relief is my priority right now.”

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#WATCH | Kolkata | TMC Chairperson and West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee says, “The INDIA team is holding a meeting on June 1. I have told them I can’t join as we have election on 10 seats in West Bengal on the same day. Punjab, Bihar & UP also have elections on June 1. On one side… pic.twitter.com/4EIDZnr6lc

— ANI (@ANI) May 27, 2024

A few days ago, Mamata Banerjee stated that her party would provide “outside support” to the Opposition alliance if it manages to form a government at the Centre.

“We (TMC) will support the INDIA bloc from outside to form a government at the Centre. We will extend our support so that in (West) Bengal, our mothers and sisters never face a problem… and those who work in the 100 days’ job scheme, also do not face problems,” she said.

The day after her remark about outside support, the TMC chief clarified that she is “very much part of the INDIA alliance” at the national level. “At all India level, some people have misunderstood my statement yesterday. I am very much part of the INDIA alliance. The INDIA alliance was my brainchild. We are together at the national level and will continue to be together.”

Voting is scheduled for nine seats in West Bengal on June 1, including two seats in Kolkata: Kolkata Dakshin and Kolkata Uttar. Other constituencies include Jadavpur, Dum Dum, Barasat, Basirhat, Jayanagar, Mathurapur, and Diamond Harbour.

The meeting’s agenda will cover discussions on the opposition’s strategy ahead of the election results announcement on June 4 and an evaluation of their performance during the seven-phase elections. The opposition alliance, comprising 28 parties, is confident in its ability to prevent the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) from returning to power and aims to form its own government.

Previous meetings of the INDIA bloc have taken place in various cities, including Patna, Bengaluru, and Mumbai, where resolutions were adopted to collectively contest the Lok Sabha elections. While the TMC does not have a seat-sharing arrangement with the Congress or any other party in West Bengal, it has supported the Samajwadi Party’s candidate, Laliteshpati Tripathi, in Uttar Pradesh’s Bhadohi.

Meanwhile, the ruling alliance led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reiterated its confidence in securing a third consecutive term in government.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge Holds Crucial Meeting with AAP Chief Arvind Kejriwal in Delhi

January 13, 2024, 6:54 pm

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge is currently engaged in a crucial meeting with Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal in Delhi. The meeting, taking place at Kharge’s residence, is attended by prominent figures including Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and AAP MP Raghav Chadha.

Yesterday evening witnessed a substantial gathering of leaders from both the Congress and AAP, focusing on discussions related to seat sharing. The two-hour meeting took place at the residence of Congress leader Mukul Wasnik, with sources from both parties describing it as a positive step forward.

Simultaneously, Bihar Chief Minister and Janata Dal (United) national president Nitish Kumar reportedly declined the role of convenor for the INDIA bloc on Saturday. Sources reveal that Kumar suggested a representative from the Congress should assume the responsibility.

A virtual meeting of INDIA bloc leaders commenced on Saturday afternoon, addressing seat-sharing arrangements, participation in Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, and other alliance-related matters. Following the virtual meeting, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge expressed optimism about the positive trajectory of seat-sharing talks.

In a social media post on X, Kharge extended an invitation to all INDIA bloc parties to join Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra’ at their convenience. He stated, “Leaders of the INDIA Coordination Committee today met online and had a fruitful discussion on the alliance. Everyone is happy that the seat-sharing talks are progressing positively.”

Furthermore, INDIA Alliance, under the chairmanship of Mallikarjun Kharge, held a meeting, as confirmed by Sharad Pawar. Pawar highlighted that decisions on seat sharing would be expedited, and there was consensus on Kharge leading the alliance.

The developments mark a crucial phase in the alliance-building process, as parties collaborate on seat-sharing arrangements and joint initiatives in the forthcoming days.

NDIA Bloc: Leaders Hold Virtual Meeting, Focus on Seat-Sharing Agenda

January 13, 2024, 2:01 pm

Leaders of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc convened a virtual meeting on Saturday to discuss the seat-sharing agenda, their participation in the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, and other alliance-related matters. The meeting, held via video conferencing, involved prominent leaders such as Sharad Pawar, Chief of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), who attended from Mumbai, and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and DMK leader Kanimozhi Karunanidhi, who joined from Chennai.

The primary agenda of the meeting was the review of seat-sharing discussions and the potential selection of a convener for the alliance. The leaders were also expected to deliberate on their involvement in the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra scheduled to commence on January 14 in Manipur.

A previous meeting held on Friday evening brought together leaders from the Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) to discuss seat-sharing arrangements. The discussions, held at the residence of Congress General Secretary Mukul Wasnik, lasted for approximately two hours, with leaders expressing positivity about the outcome.

Jairam Ramesh, Congress General Secretary, informed the media that the meeting would address various issues, including seat-sharing talks, the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, and other crucial matters. The INDIA bloc, comprising opposition parties, including the Congress, aims to counter the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

As the political landscape in India undergoes significant changes, the emergence of the INDIA consortium signals a substantial challenge to the established NDA. The upcoming Lok Sabha elections are poised to witness a fierce electoral contest between the two political alliances. In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the NDA secured 353 seats, the UPA won 91, and other parties secured 98 seats.

With the elections expected later this year, the political dynamics in India are evolving, setting the stage for a closely watched and contested electoral battle between the NDA and the INDIA bloc led by opposition parties.

Rahul Gandhi and Nitish Kumar Discuss Fallout Amid Growing Rifts in INDIA Bloc

December 22, 2023, 11:44 am

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi engaged in discussions with Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday evening, stirring speculations about escalating tensions within the INDIA bloc ahead of the 2024 general elections. Sources reveal that the conversation primarily focused on the aftermath of Wednesday’s INDIA meeting, during which Mallikarjun Kharge was proposed as a potential prime ministerial candidate.

Details of the conversation remain undisclosed, but insiders hint at a clash between Nitish Kumar and INDIA leaders on multiple fronts. One contentious issue was the proposed renaming of the bloc as ‘Bharat,’ a suggestion swiftly rejected by Congress leader Sonia Gandhi. Sources also suggest Nitish Kumar expressed displeasure, particularly towards Manoj Jha of the Rashtriya Janata Dal, for translating his speech from Hindi to Tamil, catering to leaders from the DMK.

Tensions further escalated as Nitish Kumar reportedly criticized the Congress for its lackluster performance in the recent November Assembly polls. The Congress faced defeat in key heartland states, including Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan. Seat-sharing disputes with allies, such as the JDU, Trinamool Congress, and Samajwadi Party, added to the rift within the opposition bloc.

During the Delhi meeting, Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal proposed Mallikarjun Kharge as a potential convener and even Prime Minister if INDIA successfully defeated the BJP. However, Kharge promptly declined, expressing a preference for focusing on winning the election first.

While Nitish Kumar has publicly dismissed talks of prime ministerial ambitions, private speculations suggest otherwise. The recent developments, including Kharge’s nomination, have introduced uncertainties and potential discord within the INDIA bloc, founded to unite opposition forces against the BJP’s electoral machinery. The fallout from this episode raises questions about the alliance’s unity and strategic coherence as the 2024 elections draw near.

Protest in J-K: Rajouri BJP Denounces INDIA Bloc, Expresses Displeasure Over Parliament Disruption

December 21, 2023, 5:06 pm

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) conducted a protest on Workshop Bridge in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri against the opposition INDIA bloc, including the Congress party. The demonstration, led by Senior BJP leader Dinesh Sharma, aimed to express discontent with the alleged obstructive approach of the Congress Party and the INDIA bloc in parliamentary proceedings.

The protest highlighted concerns about the Congress Party’s perceived non-constructive approach, accusing them of hindering the smooth functioning of Parliament. Dinesh Sharma emphasized the importance of constructive debates and collaboration for the benefit of the Indian people.

The protest gained momentum as participants voiced grievances against the Congress Party’s alleged obstruction, and one of the notable incidents that fueled the protest was the alleged mimicry of Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankar, by Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Mukherjee.

Dinesh Sharma condemned such actions, asserting that they undermine the dignity of parliamentary proceedings and go against the democratic values cherished by the nation. The protest underscored the imperative of fostering a healthy democratic environment where differing opinions are respected, and the legislative process is allowed to function smoothly.

In a related context, a total of 146 MPs, including 100 from Lok Sabha and 46 from Rajya Sabha, have been suspended for creating a ruckus and disrupting proceedings, demanding a statement from Union Minister Amit Shah about the Parliament security breach incident. The security breach occurred on the anniversary of the 2001 Parliament terror attack.

INDIA Bloc Gathers for Crucial Meeting: Seat Sharing Expected to Take Center Stage

December 19, 2023, 4:14 pm

In the nation’s capital, the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc is now holding its fourth conference.
The meeting takes place while political tensions between the federal government led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Opposition are rising due to the latter’s demand for Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s response over the security lapse at Parliament.

a total of 141, were suspended from the Parliament.
On the prevailing situation, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who is in the national capital to meet PM Modi, said, “The voices of the people have been choked. Let them suspend the House first. They have no moral right to run this House to suspend the opposition fully…They will run a mockery, nothing else. It is a mockery of democracy.”
“I think all will be together. There is an opportunity to discuss this seat-sharing) matter…Tomorrow is a great opportunity to discuss it in detail. The majority of political parties will agree to one-to-one seat sharing; maybe one or two may not agree…I don’t have any motto or vendetta to not walk with anybody,” West Bengal CM.
Responding to the delay in seat sharing in INDIA alliance, West Bengal CM said that “it s not late. Better late than never.”
On delay in seat sharing within INDIA alliance, West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee says, “It is not late. Better late than never…”
When asked if she wants an alliance with Congress in West Bengal, CM Banerjee said that she has no problem if the grand old party has genuine things.
“Somebody must bell the cat…I don’t have any problem if they have genuine things. But in West Bengal, they have only two seats. I am open to talk and discuss,” she added.
The alliance, led by the Congress, took shape with the primary objective of mounting a combined challenge to the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in next year’s general elections.
Seat-sharing for next year’s Lok Sabha elections is likely to figure prominently in the discussions at the huddle, according to sources.
Seat sharing for the Lok Sabha polls, which are just four months away, is likely to be at the top of the agenda for the next INDIA bloc meeting and will be crucial for the Congress, especially after its poll drubbing in the heartland states of Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh.
The first meeting of the joint opposition convened in Patna on June 23 and the second meeting was held in Bengaluru on July 17-18. The third meeting happened in Mumbai on August 31-September 1.
INDIA or ‘Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance’ is a group of opposition parties, including the Congress. The parties have come together to take on the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), which is led by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and prevent it from winning a third straight term at the Centre in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
In the Mumbai meeting, the opposition parties adopted resolutions to collectively contest the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha elections while announcing that seat-sharing arrangements would be finalized as soon as possible through a spirit of give-and-take.
The theme chosen by the INDIA bloc for the elections is “Judega Bharat, Jeetega India” (India will unite, India will win) to take on the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led government.

INDIA Bloc Meeting Addresses Suspension Crisis, Shifts Focus to 2024 Elections

December 19, 2023, 3:28 pm

Against the backdrop of widespread suspensions of Members of Parliament (MPs) on consecutive days, the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc is set to hold its fourth meeting in New Delhi. Scheduled for today, the crucial gathering will witness the participation of senior leaders, including Sharad Pawar (NCP), Mamata Banerjee (TMC), Lalu Yadav (RJD), Sonia Gandhi (Congress), Rahul Gandhi (Congress), Mallikarjun Kharge (Congress), Arvind Kejriwal (AAP), MK Stalin (DMK), and Akhilesh Yadav (Samajwadi Party).

#WATCH | Meeting of the INDIA Alliance to begin shortly, in Delhi. pic.twitter.com/Xz90xGI4u1

— ANI (@ANI) December 19, 2023

The meeting comes on the heels of a tumultuous parliamentary session, marked by the suspension of 92 MPs on Tuesday, followed by an additional 49 MPs from the Lok Sabha on the subsequent day. Initially scheduled for December 6, the INDIA bloc meeting was rescheduled to the third week of December, adding to the significance of the discussions.

This gathering marks the first meeting of the INDIA bloc following the announcement of election results in five states. Notably, Congress emerged victorious in Telangana, while the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured wins in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Chhattisgarh.

The Parliament premises witnessed heightened tensions as opposition MPs staged protests against the mass suspensions, raising concerns about the impact on democratic norms.

Among the prominent figures suspended on Tuesday were Supriya Sule (NCP), Farooq Abdullah (JKNC), Danish Ali (Ex-BSP), Manish Tewari (Congress), Karti Chidambaram (Congress), Shashi Tharoor (Congress), Sudip Bandhopadhyay (TMC), Sushil Kumar Rinku (AAP), and Dimple Yadav (Samajwadi Party).

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05:25 PM, 19 DEC, 2023

Suspension of Opposition MPs discussed in INDIA bloc meet

“In the INDIA Alliance meeting, the suspension of opposition MPs from the Parliament was taken up for discussion and condemned,” sources told news agency ANI.

04:34 PM, 19 DEC, 2023

Congress forms panel for seat sharing

On Tuesday, the Congress party announced the formation of a four-member National Alliance Committee comprised of four senior leaders to negotiate seat adjustments with other INDIA allies.

Former chief ministers Ashok Gehlot and Bhupesh Maghel, as well as former Union ministers Salman Khurshid and Mukul Wasnik, serve on the Committee, which is convened by veteran party leader Mohan Prakash.

“In the run-up to the General Elections-2024, Hon’ble Congress President has constituted a National Alliance Committee, as follows, with immediate effect,” said party general secretary KC Venugopal in a communique.

The committee’s formation was announced by party general secretary KC Venugopal just minutes before the fourth meeting of the INDIA group in Delhi on Tuesday, in order to send a positive signal to the allies.

04:17 PM, 19 DEC, 2023

Watch: Meeting of INDIA bloc begins in Delhi

#WATCH | Meeting of the INDIA Alliance begins, in Delhi.

(Source: AICC) pic.twitter.com/a1WKjhN61U

— ANI (@ANI) December 19, 2023

03:47 PM, 19 DEC, 2023

INDIA bloc meeting begins with several Opposition leaders in Delhi.

आज दिल्ली में INDIA गठबंधन की बैठक#INDIAAlliance pic.twitter.com/gat2BW1kH7

— NSUI (@nsui) December 19, 2023

03:31 PM, 19 DEC, 2023

Congress President Shri Mallikarjun Kharge arrived to attend this meeting.

03:19 PM, 19 DEC, 2023

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi arrives at Ashok Hotel in Delhi to attend the INDIA alliance meeting.

03:18 PM, 19 DEC, 2023

Delhi CM and Punjab CM @BhagwantMann arrive at Hotel Ashoka in Delhi to attend INDIA bloc meeting.

03:17 PM, 19 DEC, 2023

RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav arrive at the venue for the INDIA alliance meeting.

03:02 PM, 19 DEC, 2023

Akhilesh Yadav, the leader of the Samajwadi Party, arrives in Delhi for the INDIA Alliance meeting.

03:01 PM, 19 DEC, 2023

NCP (Pawar) leaders Sharad Pawar and Supriya Sule arrive at Ashoka Hotel in Delhi to attend the fourth meeting of INDIA alliance.

02:51 PM, 19 DEC, 2023

Mehbooba Mufti, the leader of the PDP, has arrived in Delhi ahead of the INDIA Alliance meeting.

02:35 PM, 19 DEC, 2023

Uddhav Thackeray, the leader of the Shiv Sena (UBT), met West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in Delhi ahead of the INDIA bloc meeting.

Sanjay Raut and Aaditya Thackeray were also present.

AAP Leader Arvind Kejriwal Meets Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Ahead of INDIA Bloc Meeting

December 19, 2023, 11:26 am

In anticipation of the crucial INDIA bloc meeting on Tuesday, Arvind Kejriwal, the convenor of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Delhi Chief Minister, engaged in discussions with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin at Tamil Nadu Bhavan in Delhi. The meeting, coordinated by DMK MP TR Baalu, focused on various INDIA Alliance matters, including the recent suspension of opposition MPs.

AAP MP Raghav Chadha expressed concerns over the suspension of MPs, declaring it a “black day in India’s democracy.” He emphasized that Arvind Kejriwal is a significant force that the BJP fears.

Key leaders of the INDIA Alliance, including West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, and Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, have arrived in the capital for the meeting. Seat-sharing discussions are expected to dominate the agenda as the Lok Sabha elections are merely a few months away.

JMM MP Mahua Maji expressed confidence that the alliance parties would take steps to avoid repeating mistakes made in recent Assembly polls. The meeting is viewed as an opportunity to convey to the public that the alliance can effectively challenge and defeat the BJP.

AAP leader and Delhi Minister Atishi highlighted the importance of seat-sharing and other crucial points in the meeting, affirming AAP and Arvind Kejriwal’s commitment to the success of the India Alliance.

The INDIA, or ‘Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance’ comprises opposition parties, including the Congress, united with the aim of countering the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The alliance’s theme, “Judega Bharat, Jeetega India” (India will unite, India will win), underscores its determination to challenge the ruling BJP-led government. Previous meetings in Patna, Bengaluru, and Mumbai laid the groundwork for collaborative strategies, emphasizing collective participation in the electoral process. Resolutions adopted during the Mumbai meeting underscored the commitment to contest the 2024 Lok Sabha elections collectively, with seat-sharing arrangements to be determined through a spirit of cooperation.

Ahead of INDIA Meet, Patna Endorses Nitish Kumar for PM: Posters Make Strong Pitch

December 19, 2023, 11:19 am

Before the INDIA bloc meeting, Patna saw the appearance of posters supporting Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar as the opposition alliance’s prime ministerial nominee. The posters read, “Agar sach mein jeet chahiye toh fir ek Nischay aur ek Nitish chahiye”(If victory is the objective, then we need to resolve Nitish). Deliberations on seat-sharing for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections are expected to be a key focus as the bloc prepares for its fourth meeting on Tuesday.

Aam Aadmi Party leader Atishi, addressing the media on Tuesday, highlighted that crucial aspects, including seat-sharing, would likely be pivotal topics during the meeting. Atishi conveyed the commitment of the AAP and Arvind Kejriwal to contribute towards ensuring the success of the opposition alliance.

With the Lok Sabha polls just four months away, seat-sharing discussions are anticipated to dominate the agenda of the upcoming INDIA bloc meeting. The outcome of these discussions holds significant implications for the Congress, particularly following its electoral setbacks in the heartland states of Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, and Madhya Pradesh.

The opposition alliance, spearheaded by the Congress, was established with the primary goal of presenting a united front against the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance in the 2024 general elections. Previous meetings of the opposition bloc, held in Patna, Bengaluru, and Mumbai, have laid the groundwork for collaborative strategies, emphasizing the importance of collective participation in the electoral process. The Mumbai meeting also saw the adoption of resolutions to jointly contest the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, with an emphasis on reaching seat-sharing agreements through a cooperative approach.

Upcoming INDIA Bloc Meeting Confirmed by UBT Sena’s Sanjay Raut, Dates Fixed for Mid-December

December 6, 2023, 11:19 am

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut announced that the anticipated INDIA bloc meeting to deliberate over strategies and leadership will occur between December 16 and 18. Raut cited the unavailability of key leaders like Mamata Banerjee, MK Stalin, Nitish Kumar, and Akhilesh Yadav today due to prior commitments, prompting the rescheduling of the meeting.

“The India Alliance meeting was scheduled for today, but due to the engagements of prominent leaders, it has been rescheduled for December 16 or 18.” During this meeting, we hope to decide on the face and other details. The unity remains intact, and its impact will be felt in 2024,” Raut confirmed.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge had previously called for an INDIA bloc leaders’ meeting today, but several leaders, including Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, have expressed their inability to attend due to other obligations.

“Seat-sharing for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, which are four months away, remains a top priority.” “This gathering is significant, particularly in light of Congress’s losses in key states,” Raut added.

Priyanka Chaturvedi, another Shiv Sena (UBT) MP, echoed Raut’s sentiments, confirming that the meeting would convene shortly.

However, the BJP dismissed the India alliance as a mere photo opportunity. Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal suggested that remarks by leaders like Kamal Nath signaled the alliance’s superficial nature.

The Samajwadi Party, previously at odds with Congress over seat-sharing, expressed a softened stance, with spokesperson Rajinder Chaudhary stating that the recent election results would fortify the India bloc.

“Akhilesh Yadav highlighted that the recent poll results will strengthen the alliance, posing a concern for the BJP. The public sentiment is inclined toward change. In Uttar Pradesh, the PDA will triumph over the NDA on all 80 Lok Sabha seats,” Chaudhary emphasized.

Congress Shifts INDIA Bloc Meeting to Later Date in December, Coordination Meet Set to Continue

December 5, 2023, 2:12 pm

The INDIA alliance, consisting of 28 opposition parties, including the Congress, has rescheduled its crucial party head meeting to the third week of December following reports of discord within the bloc. Earlier, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge had called for a meeting scheduled for Wednesday, which received a lukewarm response from several front-line leaders.

stated that she was unaware of the scheduled meeting and would have attended if informed. Furthermore, key opposition leaders such as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, and Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren will be unable to attend for a variety of reasons.

On Wednesday, parliamentary leaders from the INDIA bloc will convene at Mallikarjun Kharge’s residence for a coordination meeting. Gurdeep Singh Sappal, Kharge’s coordinator, confirmed the meeting and announced that the next meeting of Party Presidents and India Alliance Heads would be held in the third week of December to accommodate all members.

The agenda is expected to focus on crucial topics, notably seat-sharing for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, which are merely four months away. The meeting holds significance for Congress, particularly after losing key states in recent Assembly polls.

However, Congress might face challenges within the bloc, especially with the Samajwadi Party expressing discontent and accusing Congress of not fulfilling commitments during the assembly elections. The meeting’s success is crucial for Congress if it aims to present a formidable opposition against PM Narendra Modi and the BJP in the 2024 elections.

The India alliance aims to counter PM Modi’s National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and prevent its re-election in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. Their previous meetings emphasized a united approach and collaborative contesting in the upcoming elections, aiming to adopt a spirit of cooperation for finalizing seat-sharing arrangements.