Pressure on Congress after Bihar defeat is rising as senior leaders push for the party to fight future elections alone. Following a disappointing performance in the Bihar assembly polls, several state Congress leaders argue that the alliance with the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has not helped the party gain support. They want Congress to strengthen its organisation and contest independently.
In a review meeting at Delhi headquarters, most state leaders highlighted that the alliance harmed Congress’s vote share. Leaders noted that voters from certain communities preferred other parties, and the coalition did not improve Congress’s performance. They believe contesting alone will help rebuild the party’s presence across Bihar.
Despite these calls, the central leadership is cautious. They stress that a hasty exit from the India Alliance could weaken opposition unity in other states. RJD remains a key partner in the alliance, and top strategists recommend a careful approach before making any decisions.
Some other regional parties, like Trinamool Congress, have already chosen to go solo, reflecting broader uncertainty about alliance politics. Congress now faces the challenge of balancing state-level demands with national coalition strategy.
