dynastic politics
BJP's Mission Bengal: Targeting 160+ Seats with Strategy Focused on Grassroots Workers, Not Mamata Directly
Nov 24, 2025 09:45 pm CST
The BJP is pivoting its election machinery toward West Bengal after victories in Delhi and Bihar, with a strategic focus on recruiting Trinamool grassroots workers rather than targeting high-profile defectors. The party aims to secure 160-170 seats in the March-April 2025 elections by highlighting dynastic politics surrounding Abhishek Banerjee while capitalizing on religious polarization and regional sentiments, needing to increase its vote share by approximately 6% to overcome Trinamool's traditional advantage.
Shashi Tharoor Praises Trump-Mamdani Meeting as Democratic Model: BJP Seizes Opportunity
Nov 22, 2025 04:43 pm CST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has sparked controversy by praising the meeting between US President Donald Trump and New York mayor Zohran Mamdani as an exemplary demonstration of democratic cooperation after fierce electoral battles. His comments, suggesting India should adopt similar post-election collaboration, have been enthusiastically endorsed by BJP representatives who interpreted it as criticism of Congress leadership's approach to political opposition. This incident highlights growing tensions within Congress as Tharoor continues expressing views that challenge party positions.
Congress Criticizes PM Modi's "Petty" Ramnath Goenka Lecture While Questioning Tharoor's Praise
Nov 19, 2025 02:54 pm CST
The Congress party has publicly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent address at the Ramnath Goenka Lecture as "petty," while expressing bewilderment at senior party member Shashi Tharoor's praise for the speech. Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate questioned why the Prime Minister failed to address fair journalism concerns while continuing to criticize the opposition. This incident highlights ongoing tensions within Congress and between India's major political parties, as Tharoor's independent stance continues to raise eyebrows within his own party.
Political Dynasty Feuds in India: From Lalu Yadav's Family to Regional Power Struggles
Nov 17, 2025 07:19 pm CST
This comprehensive analysis examines major political family feuds across India, beginning with the recent collapse of Lalu Prasad Yadav's family unity following RJD's crushing 2025 Bihar election defeat. The article details nine prominent political dynasty conflicts, including the KCR family in Telangana, Samajwadi Party's Yadav family, Maharashtra's Thackerays, Tamil Nadu's Karunanidhi heirs, Haryana's Chautalas, Bihar's Paswans, Andhra's YSR family, BJP's Mahajan-Munde families, and PMK's Ramadoss dispute, revealing how power struggles within political families reshape Indian regional politics.
Congress Distances Itself from Shashi Tharoor's Praise for BJP's LK Advani
Nov 09, 2025 10:17 pm CST
Congress officially disavowed Shashi Tharoor's comments praising BJP veteran LK Advani, stating he speaks only for himself. The controversy erupted after Tharoor's birthday wishes to Advani and his defense against criticism. This incident follows Tharoor's recent article criticizing dynastic politics across India's political spectrum, which has created tension within his party.
Shashi Tharoor Defends LK Advani Against Criticism: Why Public Figures Deserve Comprehensive Evaluation
Nov 09, 2025 06:16 pm CST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor defended veteran BJP leader LK Advani against criticism following his 98th birthday wishes, arguing that public figures shouldn't be judged by single incidents. Tharoor cited examples of Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi, maintaining that Advani's decades of service deserve holistic assessment despite controversies surrounding the Ram Rath Yatra. This continues Tharoor's pattern of extending courtesies across party lines, previously praising PM Modi and criticizing dynastic politics.
"You Know What Happened To Me": BJP Leader Warns Shashi Tharoor Over Critique of Dynastic Politics in India
Nov 04, 2025 12:44 pm CST
Shashi Tharoor's article criticizing dynasty-driven political parties in India has sparked controversy, with BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla praising Tharoor's analysis while warning of possible repercussions from the "vengeful" Gandhi family. The article advocates for meritocracy over family lineage in Indian politics, further straining Tharoor's relationship with Congress leadership.
AIADMK Internal Crisis Deepens: Expelled Leader Accuses Party Chief of Family Interference
Nov 03, 2025 08:34 pm CST
Expelled AIADMK leader KA Sengottaiyan has accused party chief Edappadi K Palaniswami of allowing family interference in party affairs, escalating tensions within Tamil Nadu's main opposition party months before crucial state elections. The nine-time MLA claims EPS practices dynastic politics while advocating for the return of other expelled leaders to create a united front against the ruling DMK. This internal power struggle highlights the ongoing battle over former Chief Minister Jayalalithaa's political legacy.
NDA Leaders Rally Behind EBC Independent Candidate in Bihar's Marhaura After Technical Rejection
Oct 26, 2025 01:44 am CST
In Bihar's Marhaura constituency, NDA leaders have united to support Ankit Kumar, an independent EBC candidate, after their alliance's official nominee was rejected on technical grounds. This strategic move challenges the RJD's Jeetendra Kumar Rai, whose family has dominated the seat for five terms, highlighting the NDA's commitment to breaking dynastic politics while championing Karpoori Thakur's principles of inclusive development.
The Legacy of Political Dynasties: How Family Connections Shape Bihar's 2025 Assembly Elections
Oct 19, 2025 04:52 pm CST
Bihar's upcoming Assembly elections showcase the continuing dominance of political dynasties, with numerous candidates from established political families contesting across party lines. As the state prepares for its two-phase polls on November 6 and 11, heirs of prominent politicians including RJD's Tejashwi Yadav and BJP's Samrat Choudhary are leading the electoral race, raising questions about merit-based politics and democratic principles in a state where educational attainment remains low and dynastic advantages persist across all major parties.