News Update : As INDIA bloc blocks Congress in states, why grand old party should quit alliance - KUNAL VARMA AND PALLAVI

The INDIA bloc faces internal strife post-Rajya Sabha elections, with allies like SP, CPM, and CPI(ML) criticising Congress. Cross-voting and state-level rivalries, particularly in Maharashtra, Delhi, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala, have frayed the alliance. Regional parties question Congress's leadership, suggesting a need for independent rebuilding before any grand coalition. The INDIA bloc faces internal strife post-Rajya Sabha elections, with allies like SP, CPM, and CPI(ML) criticising Congress. Cross-voting and state-level rivalries, particularly in Maharashtra, Delhi, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala, have frayed the alliance. Regional parties question Congress's leadership, suggesting a need for independent rebuilding before any grand coalition. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/allies-in-delhi-rivals-in-states-why-congress-should-quit-india-bloc-fight-regional-parties-assembly-elections-20206/articleshow/129731064.cms Date: 2026-03-22T09:40:32.000Z