opposition unity

INDIA bloc's 'reset' button: Will it ensure lasting opposition unity?

The INDIA bloc, an opposition alliance, met to "reset" its anti-BJP strategy with a five-point truce plan. However, the article argues that the alliance failed to address the fundamental fault line of political rivalry between allies at the state level, which has historically led to its collapse. Key examples include Congress vs. Samajwadi Party in Madhya Pradesh, Congress vs. AAP in Delhi and Haryana, Congress vs. TMC in West Bengal, and Congress vs. Left in Kerala. The article questions whether the Congress, despite having an upper hand, will be willing to compromise on seats to maintain unity.

Mamata Banerjee seeks INDIA bloc meeting for opposition unity and West Bengal support

Trinamool Congress leader Mamata Banerjee is pushing for an INDIA bloc meeting around June 8 to foster opposition unity against the BJP and seek support amid post-poll attacks in West Bengal. While Congress, SP, and RJD are being urged to attend, participation from DMK, AAP, and Left parties remains uncertain.

CPI(M) criticizes Congress, calls for opposition unity against BJP

The CPI(M) criticized the Congress's attitude towards opposition parties, stating it hinders the unity needed to fight the RSS-BJP. The party called for a united strategy among INDIA bloc constituents to counter the BJP's expansion, suggesting fielding common candidates in Lok Sabha polls.

Mamata Banerjee urges opposition unity, calls for ‘joint platform’ against BJP