INDIA Bloc to Decide Future Course in Crucial Meeting

The INDIA Bloc will convene on Wednesday to determine whether to engage former allies JD(U) and TDP for government formation, as BJP falls short of a majority. Rahul Gandhi emphasized consulting alliance partners before any decision.

The INDIA Bloc will convene on Wednesday to deliberate on whether to reignite partnerships with former allies such as the JD(U) and the TDP for government formation at the Centre, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi announced.

Speaking at a press conference alongside senior Congress officials, Gandhi emphasized the importance of the upcoming meeting. ''We are going to have a discussion with our partners tomorrow. Questions regarding approaching parties within the NDA for forming a government will be addressed,'' Gandhi stated when pressed about the potential coalition.

The announcement came as the results and trends of the Lok Sabha elections indicated the BJP emerging as the single-largest party yet falling short of the majority mark of 272 seats.

''We will consult our allies before making any declarations. The alliance's decision tomorrow will guide our next steps,'' Gandhi added.

Highlighting the broader stakes, he remarked, ''This election was a battle to preserve the Constitution, with India's marginalized and disadvantaged communities standing up for its protection.''

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