Kalpana and Indian Politics Kalpana’s transition into politics came at a moment of crisis. In January 2024, former Chief Minister of Jharkhand, Hemant Soren was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with an alleged land scam. This incident created a political vacuum within the JMM, leaving party workers and supporters anxious. For Kalpana, the turning point arrived in March 2024, when she publicly declared her intention to step into political life. This was a big step as she entered not just as Hemant’s representative but as an individual committed to carrying forward his vision. Kalpana’s Emotional Debut Speaking at the JMM’s 51st foundation day event in Giridih, she gave an emotionally charged debut address, accusing the central government of conspiring agai
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Rahul Gandhi States Regional Parties ‘Lack Ideology’; Leaders Question His Authority
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, speaking at the party's brainstorming session, had made a comment on the regional political parties "lacking an ideology" in resisting the onslaught of RSS. Responding to the remark, Congress' regional allies have shown disappointment and took a jibe at Rahul Gandhi. "It is Rahul Gandhi’s self-assessment and he is entitled to his opinion, but who gave him the authority to comment on ideology? How are we running the party without any ideology?” said Congress' ally in Jharkhand, JMM. The party's spokesperson Supriyo Bhattacharya said Congress is dependent on regional parties for a fight or win against BJP. Another Congress ally in Bihar, RJD, called Rahul Gandhi's remark "unfortunate". Manoj Jha, RJD MP, said the former Congress president would hav...
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