New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Senior leaders from the opposition INDIA bloc are set to meet in the national capital on Monday as alliance partners look to strengthen their collective strategy and enhance coordination against the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the run-up to future electoral contests.
The meeting, scheduled at the Constitution Club, is expected to bring together representatives from 23 political parties. Prominent attendees are likely to include Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee and Abhishek Banerjee, Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav, Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Tejashwi Yadav and Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray.
According to Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh, most alliance partners have confirmed their participation, although a few parties have opted out due to political or organisational commitments.
The discussions are expected to revolve around evolving a common approach on national issues, improving coordination among opposition parties inside and outside Parliament, and preparing for the next round of assembly elections as well as the 2029 Lok Sabha polls.
The meeting also comes at a time when the opposition alliance is witnessing changes in its composition. While the Aam Aadmi Party has already distanced itself from the grouping and the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam is unlikely to attend following political differences in Tamil Nadu, the Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam is expected to participate as a new member.
Political analysts believe the gathering could play an important role in shaping the alliance’s future direction by addressing internal coordination and reinforcing efforts to present a united challenge to the BJP.
Leaders are also expected to deliberate on strengthening grassroots cooperation across states and framing a joint campaign narrative on issues affecting the public.
The Delhi meeting marks another significant attempt by opposition parties to consolidate their position and build greater unity as the national political landscape continues to evolve.
