BJP's Politics on Young Shoulders, Congress Dominated by Nepotism and Seniority

Whenever Rahul Gandhi speaks on public platforms, he gives the impression that becoming the next Prime Minister is now just a formality.

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But politics does not run on emotions; it runs on data and results. The three general elections of 2014, 2019, and 2024 have passed, and in all three, the public did not endorse Rahul Gandhi's leadership. Yet, he continues to move forward with the same confidence. Politics has no fixed retirement age, but in a democracy, if the public repeatedly rejects a leader, that itself is a significant signal. Rahul Gandhi is now 55 years old. If he were in a government or non-government institution, preparations for retirement would begin in the next five years. He may not retire from politics, but the challenges he faces can no longer be ignored.

Questions have long been raised about Rahul Gandhi's temperament and political style. Negative politics has become a permanent part of his speeches. Whether it's "Chowkidar Chor Hai" (the watchman is a thief), "Vote Chor" (vote thief), or "Gaddi Chhodo" (leave the throne), every election comes with a new slogan but the result remains the same. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government always appear "thieves" in his perspective. The problem is not that he raises questions; the problem is that the public does not see solutions in his questions. Rahul Gandhi still fails to maintain the distinction between performing the opposition's role and offering alternative leadership. In recent months, voices from within the Congress have signaled new threats to Rahul Gandhi's politics.

The letter from former Odisha MLA Mohammad Moquim was not a minor incident. He questioned party president Mallikarjun Kharge's age, saying Congress is increasingly disconnected from the youth and needs leadership change.