Congress faces scrutiny in Parliament as it stands isolated on key issues like Adani protests and farmers’ concerns, with some allies distancing themselves.

With Samajwadi Party (SP) pulling out from the alliance in Maharashtra to Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief Mamata Banerjee’s review call being backed by other key leaders, cracks appear to be widening in opposition bloc “INDIA” following recent electoral setbacks.

Several parties in the opposition alliance “INDIA” are urging a serious review following continuous losses in recent state elections. West Bengal chief minister and Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Mamata Banerjee voiced dissatisfaction with the bloc’s functioning on Friday and hinted at her willingness to lead the alliance if given the opportunity.

Tensions have risen in Maharashtra after the Samajwadi Party (SP) decided to leave the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) on Saturday due to a Shiv Sena (UBT) leader’s remarks praising the demolition of the Babri Masjid.

Growing friction within the bloc is evident, with parties raising concerns about Congress’s “dominance” and demanding it adopt a more inclusive approach, particularly after Congress faced unexpected defeats in the Haryana and Maharashtra elections.