Congress Rethinks Alliance Strategy in Bihar

Congress is considering contesting Bihar elections alone, signaling a shift away from alliances with RJD and other regional parties.

- AJIT MAINDOLA

The Congress party is reassessing its political strategy in Bihar, moving away from its conventional approach. Congress appears to be considering a new strategy for alliances in Bihar this time. Congress seems to be facing growing isolation, with allies prioritizing their own interests. The evolving political equations suggest that the party's next move in Bihar could reshape the broader opposition strategy and determine its position in the changing political scenario.

Congress faces a tough choice in Bihar, as repeated electoral losses have reduced its enthusiasm for alliances. If the party decides to contest alone, the impact will go beyond Bihar, influencing its strategy and position in other states, potentially reshaping its future political approach on a larger scale.

The first major impact of Congress's decision in Bihar will be felt in Uttar Pradesh. Currently, Congress is in alliance with the Samajwadi Party, but this partnership does not appear to have long-term stability. Uttar Pradesh and Bihar are the two largest states in the Hindi belt where Congress has been struggling for decades.