Opposition's INDIA Bloc Faces Strain Over Leadership and Coordination Issues

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut and J&K CM Omar Abdullah highlight concerns about Congress' role in maintaining the alliance's unity post-2024 elections.

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut criticized the Congress for failing to ensure effective communication and coordination within the INDIA bloc after the 2024 parliamentary elections.
Raut warned that the alliance risks disintegration if it is perceived as a temporary coalition only for the Lok Sabha polls, urging Congress to take corrective steps.
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed frustration over the lack of clarity on the alliance's leadership and future agenda, suggesting it may need to dissolve if not intended for broader elections.
The Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), a state-level alliance in Maharashtra comprising Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT), and NCP, also faced internal disputes over seat-sharing and campaign planning, leading to poor performance in recent assembly elections.
Raut and other leaders emphasized the need for a meeting among INDIA bloc members to address concerns, unify strategies, and decide on collaboration for upcoming elections.