The Self-Destruction of India's Congress Party: Internal Factionalism Overshadows BJP Opposition

Nov 29, 2025 09:13 pm CST

This comprehensive analysis explores how the once-dominant Congress party in India appears to be orchestrating its own political downfall through intense internal factionalism and leadership struggles. From Karnataka to Bihar, the article examines how power struggles between prominent Congress leaders have undermined the party's electoral prospects and organizational cohesion, potentially causing greater damage than opposition from the ruling BJP. The piece questions whether Congress can overcome its identity crisis and internal divisions before fading into political irrelevance.