The congress party, aiming to challenge the two consecutive terms of prime minister Narendra Modi, finds itself entangled in the complexities of seat distribution. Despite declaring a united front against Modi and forming an alliance named "India" with smaller regional parties in various states, the alliance struggles to announce a coordinated strategy after four meetings.
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The diverse procedures of each party in different states, coupled with their individual strengths, make it challenging for them to move forward collectively despite joining forces with the Congress. The seat allocation is a significant stumbling block, with the congress facing dilemmas regarding the distribution of lok sabha seats. In the 2019 elections, out of the total 543 seats, the congress contested only 421 seats, and the remaining were allotted to its allies.
However, the congress could secure only 52 seats, losing its main opposition status. This situation is reflected in crucial states like West Bengal, UP, tamil Nadu, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Delhi, where conflicts arise over seat sharing. Initially planning to contest 300 seats, the congress faced resistance from its allies, especially in states where its influence is weak. Due to the reluctance of coalition partners to share seats, the congress is now contemplating reducing its contested seats to 255. However, there are speculations that this number might further decrease as the election approaches.
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