WebDesk National
30 March
Sandeep Dhand Ludhiana
As the political landscape heats up ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, all eyes are on the capital city as the opposition gears up for a massive democracy rally at Delhi’s historic Ramlila Maidan. With Prime Minister Narendra Modi setting a lofty target of 400 plus seats for the NDA, the opposition has united under the banner of Bharat Gathjodh, signaling a formidable challenge to the ruling party.
The rally, scheduled to take place today, will witness the joint strength of 28 major parties, including prominent leaders like Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, Sharad Pawar, Uddhav Thackeray, and Farooq Abdullah. This show of unity underscores the significance of the event, especially as it unfolds in the heart of the India Alliance.
However, amidst the fervor of political mobilization, the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in an alleged liquor scam has added a new dimension to the electoral landscape. While the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has been vocal in its opposition to the BJP, Kejriwal’s absence has prompted his wife, Sunita Kejriwal, to step into the political arena as a potential new force.
Speculation is rife that Sunita Kejriwal may join forces with Kalpana Soren, wife of Hemant Soren, in the opposition rally, further consolidating the united front against the ruling party. Additionally, there are murmurs of Sonia Gandhi’s return to the political stage, with rumors suggesting that she may deliver a speech at the Delhi rally after an extended hiatus.
As the nation braces itself for one of the most hotly contested elections in recent history, the convergence of political heavyweights and emerging leaders at the Ramlila Maidan underscores the stakes involved. With alliances being forged and strategies being honed, the stage is set for a battle of ideologies and aspirations that will shape the future trajectory of Indian democracy.