Congress Eyes Power as Unrest Grows in Puducherry

Congress leader K C Venugopal criticized the AINRC-BJP coalition for failing to address key issues like unemployment and corruption in Puducherry. He promised a Congress alliance would deliver development. The party held a padayatra to rally support, with allegations of a fake medicine factory also raising concerns.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Puducherry | Updated: 17-02-2026 14:16 IST | Created: 17-02-2026 14:16 IST
Congress Eyes Power as Unrest Grows in Puducherry
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In a sharp critique of the ruling AINRC-BJP coalition in Puducherry, Congress leader K C Venugopal accused the government of neglecting major issues such as unemployment and corruption.

Addressing party workers after a padayatra, Venugopal promised that a Congress coalition government would ensure the territory's development, contrasting past unmet promises.

Amid assertions about rampant corruption, Venugopal pointed to a controversial fake medicine factory, highlighting serious health risks faced by citizens. As tensions mount, the political landscape appears ripe for a pivotal shift.

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