National Desk
5 June
Sandeep Dhand Ludhiana
In the aftermath of the recent elections, political activity has surged with significant meetings held by both the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and the ‘India’ alliance. Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted an NDA meeting at his official residence, signaling steps towards forming the new government. Concurrently, leaders of the ‘India’ alliance convened at the residence of Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge.
The ‘India’ alliance meeting saw the participation of key political entities including the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), Shiv Sena-UBT, Samajwadi Party, Aam Aadmi Party, Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, and several others. This gathering aimed to strategize their next moves in the evolving political landscape.
Despite the speculation, Mallikarjun Kharge clarified the alliance’s stance post-meeting. “We will not try to form the government yet. We will take a decision when the time is right,” Kharge stated. He emphasized that their primary mandate is to safeguard the Indian Constitution, stressing the alliance’s commitment to democratic principles and values.
Kharge expressed pride in the alliance’s unity and determination during the elections. “We fought a good fight, united and fought with determination,” he said. He extended an open invitation to any party willing to uphold constitutional values to join the ‘India’ alliance, indicating a broad and inclusive approach moving forward.
Highlighting the alliance’s future agenda, Kharge declared their continued resistance against what he termed the “fascist regime of the BJP.” This statement underscores the ideological battlelines drawn between the ruling NDA and the opposition ‘India’ alliance.
As political dynamics continue to unfold, the nation’s eyes are on these alliances and their strategies. The meetings mark a crucial phase in Indian politics, setting the stage for future confrontations and collaborations in the quest to shape the country’s governance.