Congress Faces Criticism After Haryana Election Loss

The Congress party has faced severe backlash from its allies in the aftermath of disappointing election results in Haryana and Jammu & Kashmir, where it failed to perform despite an improved showing in the Lok Sabha elections. Allies such as Shiv Sena and the Samajwadi Party criticized Congress for its perceived arrogance and failure to collaborate effectively with smaller parties, with state leaders being blamed for overriding directives from the central leadership. In Haryana, the BJP is poised to secure a third consecutive term, winning 49 out of 90 seats, while Congress trailed with 34 seats, leading to Congress's claims of electoral fraud. Prime Minister Modi accused Congress of undermining institutions and being a 'parasite' party that harms its allies, highlighting the National Conference's success in Jammu & Kashmir as a further blow to Congress. In Uttar Pradesh, the political landscape is shifting as the Samajwadi Party moves forward independently, complicating Congress's plans for upcoming by-elections. Overall, the election results have intensified scrutiny of Congress's strategy and cohesion within its alliances.