The Transformation of Congress: How Civil Society Ideologues Are Reshaping India's Oldest Political Party

Nov 28, 2025 05:50 pm CST

This analysis examines the profound ideological shift occurring within the Indian National Congress, focusing on the rising influence of the 'Jai Jagat' group—civil society activists who have gained significant power under Rahul Gandhi's leadership. The article explores how these minimalist-living ideologues are changing party structures, the rise of former IAS officer Shashikant Senthil within party ranks, and the historical tensions between religious politics and secularism that continue to challenge Congress's identity in modern India.