The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Trinamool Congress (TMC) have both announced that they will contest the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Punjab and West Bengal, respectively, without forming any alliances with the Congress. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann affirmed AAP's stance of going solo, aiming to win all 13 Lok Sabha seats in the state. This development marks a significant setback for the INDIA alliance, a collective opposition bloc, as it struggles with internal rifts and criticisms from other political entities. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has commented on the situation, with Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia labeling the INDIA alliance as 'arrogant' and BJP leaders asserting that the alliance is crumbling. Amidst these political maneuvers, there are also reports suggesting that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar might realign with the BJP, further complicating the opposition's unity ahead of the elections.
Janata Dal (United) chief #NitishKumar is all set to dump the ruling Bihar Mahagathbandhan, which also includes Lalu Prasad's RJD and the Congress, and return back to the fold of BJP-led NDA. https://t.co/fgMx5jMkvQ
#WATCH | On the current political situation in Bihar, BJP MLA Tarkishore Prasad says, "Yesterday, few Bihar BJP leaders were called for a meeting and a discussion on Lok Sabha elections was held. BJP takes decisions for the betterment of Bihar and the development of the nation.… https://t.co/X00sC8EeJI
#WATCH | On the political situation in the state, Bihar BJP MLA Gyanendra Singh Gyanu says, "A change is certain. It is a matter of short time now. In a BJP yesterday, the party has also taken a decision. Nitish ji is also ready. PM Modi also likes Nitish ji. NDA will win all 40… https://t.co/fm9oh5XUlc
#WATCH | Hyderabad: On a third front, BRS MLA KT Rama Rao says, "Our party President KCR knew that Congress would never give respect to others. Congress is an extremely proud party and does not behave well with others. One cannot work with them. This is why we wanted a… https://t.co/PwAUxkhBfx
#WATCH | On the current political situation in Bihar, Congress leader Prem Chandra Mishra says, "I can say with confidence that Nitish Kumar will remain with the INDIA alliance. Nitish Kumar has resolved to throw BJP out of power, and we have trust in his resolve." https://t.co/oJW34hEoAR
#WATCH | Haridwar: On the politics going on in Bihar, Yoga Guru Swami Ramdev says, "Nitish Kumar is also joining the flow. His political future will be safe. For political stability in the country, all nationalist leaders and parties who stand together in giving prominence to… https://t.co/SyaH6h69fa
#WATCH | Bihar RJD leader Shyam Rajak says, "Our (RJD-JD(U)) alliance is strong and it will continue to remain strong." https://t.co/6Rb73bfZ4I
#WATCH | Hyderabad: On Telangana Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan's statements, BRS MLA KT Rama Rao says, "... What's more appalling is the bond between Congress and BJP which has come to the fore in the state... The Governor has accepted the nomination of the Congress government… https://t.co/lAKpHJcPqc
#WATCH | On the political situation in the state, Bihar RJD leader Shakti Yadav says, "Bihar Mahagathbandhan government is progressing keeping the welfare of the people of the state. Only those who have fear in their hearts say 'all is well' repeatedly. BJP is scared regarding… https://t.co/6h0vYnw0po
#WATCH | On the INDIA alliance, West Bengal BJP President Sukanta Majumdar says, "We had said earlier also that this alliance will not last because they do not have any 'Neta' or 'Niti'. So they are exposing each other... This is a completely unnatural alliance..." https://t.co/KFfq1mFxng
#WATCH | Amid political turmoil in Bihar, RJD leader Mrityunjay Tiwari says, "All is well in the Nitish-Tejashwi government. Some elements have been trying to topple the government since the start. No one can topple the Bihar govt." https://t.co/tusnoRmK30
#WATCH | On Bihar CM & JD(U) leader Nitish Kumar, BJP leader Nitin Navin says, "...Nitish Kumar has said that he doesn't agree with dynastic politics. I think he is not satisfied with the situation he is in. The central leadership of the party will decide (including Nitish Kumar… https://t.co/cNhTUnQc6y
#WATCH | On the political situation in Bihar, RJD leader Shakti Singh Yadav says, "Mahagathbandhan govt is there in Bihar. BJP is scared and Tejashwi Yadav has given a befitting reply to BJP on every front...All is well here..." https://t.co/hGRarVULqt
#WATCH | On the current political situation in Bihar, RLJD Chief Upendra Kushwaha says, "There is talk that he may join the NDA alliance. It is true that CM Nitish Kumar is considering leaving the (INDIA alliance). If he joins the NDA, the big question is whether he will stay… https://t.co/F4iCWbMCS9
#WATCH | On the current political situation in Bihar, Former Bihar CM and Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) leader Jitan Ram Manjhi says, "Recently I had said that there would be a change in Bihar after January 25 and the basis of this was Nitish Kumar's statement. He has said many… https://t.co/U5uslt7mHl
#WATCH | Telangana: On INDIA alliance, BRS MLA KT Rama Rao says, "Congress' pride is the reason why no one can stay in an alliance with them. When talks of the INDIA alliance arose, we knew it was a 'chai-biscuit' meeting, and there would be no result. TMC and AAP have proved… https://t.co/WMqA95U86f
#WATCH | Patna: On the current political situation in Bihar, LJP MP Chirag Paswan says, "LJP(Ramvilas) is monitoring every second of the political scenario in the state. We even held a meeting yesterday to discuss the prevailing situation. The party has bestowed upon me, the… https://t.co/tnqcR38NHA
#WATCH | Patna: On the current political situation in Bihar, RJD MP Manoj Jha says, "... The chemistry and work ethics between the CM and the deputy CM is commendable... BJP can feel an approaching disaster. This is why even after making a grand spectacle of the Pran Pratishtha… https://t.co/nfAVltf1oj
VIDEO | "There is nothing to say, you all are watching too. A few days ago Nitish Kumar said, 'a few people want to promote their sons, but I follow the footsteps of Karpoori Thakur'. His statement was directed at the Congress, RJD. Under these circumstances, do you think they… https://t.co/TrxlARc8LT
VIDEO | "(Former Bihar CM) Jitan Ram Manjhi and I share the relationship of uncle and nephew, and we frequently meet. Not every meeting has to be political," said MoS @nityanandraibjp after meeting Jitan Ram Manjhi in Patna last night. https://t.co/OSShwFQSTm
Opposition unity advocate #NitishKumar set to dump Bihar tie-up, return to NDA? https://t.co/YI7ify6wRb https://t.co/BPViSmFtG1
Nitish Kumar To Swap Alliances Again? May Share Stage With PM In Bihar https://t.co/Ybbgp328TG https://t.co/1M20MwcEyi
Opposition unity advocate Nitish set to dump Bihar tie-up, return to NDA? https://t.co/UYvthFVTRL
VIDEO | “Jitan Ram Manjhi is an expert player of politics. He understands which way the wave of politics is turning. He predicted one week in advance that the political mood in Bihar was changing. There were discussions on contemporary political situation but nothing has been… https://t.co/gKwEZJoKMk
#WATCH | Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) president Chirag Paswan says, "...Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) has an eye on the political happenings of Bihar. There have been discussions regarding the current situation in Bihar...Whatever happens, I believe it will be for the… https://t.co/21vOYyCGiB
#WATCH | BJP Bihar President Samrat Chaudhary says, "The meeting was held for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections..." https://t.co/pV0fkscEb1
Will Nitish Kumar make a last-minute U-turn and partner with BJP? NDTV report by @maryashakil, @ishadrita and @manishndtv https://t.co/DVkLsczUAe
#WATCH | BJP national president JP Nadda, BJP Bihar President Samrat Chaudhary & BJP leader Renu Devi arrive at the residence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah. https://t.co/9KJlsL2eXt
VIDEO | “We do not comment on the remarks of kids. What Nitish (Bihar CM Kumar) said was not connected to Rahul or Sonia Gandhi. He was simply praising (late) Karpoori Thakur as he did not encourage his kids to enter politics,” says JD(U) spokesperson K C Tyagi while responding… https://t.co/9osM2sLKNj
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar likely to go with BJP again in Bihar @ishadrita reports https://t.co/B9mXTmhxph
#WATCH | BJP Bihar President Samrat Chaudhary & BJP leader Renu Devi arrive at the residence of BJP National General Secretary & Bihar in-charge Vinod Tawde, in Delhi. https://t.co/3buFXUbIOQ
#WATCH | BJP Bihar President Samrat Chaudhary & BJP leader Renu Devi arrive at the residence of BJP National General Secretary Vinod Tawde, in Delhi. https://t.co/IPfNOMqqyj
Will #Bihar see another political re-alignment ahead of #LoksabhaElections? https://t.co/Ea7Qin2eJJ https://t.co/ZqhUuMAjFw
VIDEO | “We do not comment on the remarks of kids. What Nitish (Bihar CM Kumar) said was not connected to Rahul or Sonia Gandhi. He was simply praising (late) Karpoori Thakur as he did not encourage his kids to enter politics,” says JD(U) spokesperson @KCTyagiJDU while responding… https://t.co/1cxBkP4dZf
#WATCH | Amid current political situation in Bihar, BJP State President Samrat Chaudhary arrives in Delhi, says, "I will tell when the meeting happens." Samrat Chaudhary is likely to meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi today, as per sources. https://t.co/7G87ys4hrK
#WATCH | Delhi: JD(U) leader KC Tyagi says, "INDIA gathbandhan (alliance) salamat hai... Everything is fine in the alliance..." On Bihar CM & JD(U) leader Nitish Kumar's statement on dynastic politics and Rohini Acharya's tweet, he said, "Baccho ke comments par hum comment nahi… https://t.co/2kipxTUxaj
VIDEO | “The INDIA alliance has broken up and whatever is left, will be destroyed in the coming days. If Nitish (Kumar) comes to BJP then it will benefit him. The party’s heart is very big,” says BJP MP @drsakshimaharaj while responding to a media query on whether Nitish Kumar… https://t.co/mtALnMFvGc
VIDEO | “The INDIA alliance has broken up and whatever is left, will be destroyed in the coming days. If Nitish (Kumar) comes to BJP then it will benefit him. The party’s heart is very big,” says BJP MP Sakshi Maharaj while responding to a media query on whether Nitish Kumar will… https://t.co/1lr9zE9ico
VIDEO | “The INDIA alliance has broken up and whatever is left, will be destroyed in the coming days. If Nitish (Kumar) comes to BJP then it will benefit him. The party’s heart is very big,” says former BJP MP Sakshi Maharaj while responding to a media query on whether Nitish… https://t.co/VzNQFksdC6
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to exit Bihar alliance? @maryashakil and @ishadrita reports https://t.co/HDkKTaIJKh
#WATCH | On Bihar political situation, State Finance Minister & JD(U) leader, Vijay Kumar Choudhary says, "I am going to Bihar Sharif for Republic Day program tomorrow...Everything is fine in the government, that is why I am going." https://t.co/7ZMzbp64qN
#WATCH | On the political situation in Bihar, RJD leader Shakti Singh Yadav says, "...The current government is working with trust and will continue to do so..." https://t.co/fFPW9TWKeQ
BJP Bihar President Samrat Chaudhary and party leader Sushil Modi are likely to meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah today: Sources
VIDEO | “As a BJP worker, I can say that the door to enter into our party is closed for Nitish Kumar. He is an unreliable politician,” says Union Minister @girirajsinghbjp while commenting on Bihar politics. https://t.co/E7DXVoDBBa
#WATCH | Delhi: On Bihar CM & JD(U) leader Nitish Kumar's statement on dynastic politics and Rohini Acharya's tweet, Union Minister Giriraj Singh says, "Yahan (Bihar) 6-5 ka khel chal raha hai, dono hard bargainer hai...The moment Nitish Kumar jibed on dynastic politics using… https://t.co/ACjOpLcX86
#WATCH | Delhi: On Bihar CM & JD(U) leader Nitish Kumar's statement on dynastic politics and Rohini Acharya's tweet, Union Minister Giriraj Singh says, "Yaha (Bihar) 6-5 ka khel chal raha hai, dono hard bargainer hai...The moment Nitish Kumar jibed on dynastic politics using… https://t.co/iZIw4Wziny
#WATCH | Patna: On Bihar CM & JD(U) leader Nitish Kumar's statement on Dynastic Politics and Rohini Acharya's tweet, RJD leader Shakti Yadav says, "...Nitish Kumar's statement on Dynastic Politics might be for the BJP (leaders)..." https://t.co/Zde9vFRS4M
#Exclusive | "We are closely watching the developments in Bihar": BJP's Dr. Guru Prakash Paswan (@IGuruPrakash) to @maryashakil #NitishKumar #Mahagathbandhan https://t.co/jKv2PjEu1A
#WATCH | Patna: On Bihar CM & JD(U) leader Nitish Kumar's statement on Dynastic Politics and Rohini Achraya's tweet, RJD leader Shakti Yadav says, "...Nitish Kumar's statement on Dynastic Politics might be for the BJP (leaders)..." https://t.co/ppTaeVHFR5
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to go with BJP again in Bihar: Sources @manishndtv reports https://t.co/1931nKvYm7
VIDEO | Union Minister @smritiirani arrives at BJP office in Howrah to attend party's organisational meeting. https://t.co/ziZpEYXsly
VIDEO | "Those who can't keep their parties together, how can we expect them to keep the country together. That's why they are doing this stupidity in the name of 'Bharat Jodo'. Nothing is going to happen. They (Congress) won't be getting anyone's support," says BJP leader Rahul… https://t.co/6fzCcvhjNU
VIDEO | “People who are trying to hide their sins in the name of dynasty politics, don’t know the meaning of it. What Nitish Kumar said was in a completely different context,” said RJD spokesperson @sshaktisinghydv on Rohini Acharya’s recent tweet. https://t.co/kLPl9KyGOQ
#WATCH | Mumbai: On INDIA Alliance seat-sharing tactics, Maharashtra Dy CM Devendra Fadnavis says, "INDI alliance is not really an alliance. They are all singing their own tunes. There's no chorus in their song... Every regional party has a rift with the Congress party. They will… https://t.co/VFMcDu2jIP
VIDEO | "Different parties can have similar ideologies on a few subjects; it was a mere coincidence," says JD (U) leader KC Tyagi in response to a query on potential political alliance after PM Modi and Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's statements on dynasty politics. https://t.co/Bl2UWh3okd
VIDEO | "If political parties follow this, it will benefit the country and democracy. Because we are living in 'Loktantra' and not 'Rajtantra,' so we need to go beyond 'Parivarvad' to work for the country," says Bihar minister Shrawan Kumar on PM Modi and Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's… https://t.co/mc5Vn00ZPt
VIDEO | " They (INDIA bloc) are well aware that they can't defeat Narendra Modi even if they fight unitedly. There is confusion, contradiction all around (in INDIA bloc). There can be no unity in arrogance and anarchy," says BJP leader @naqvimukhtar on reports of differences… https://t.co/9ydCeapRuN
#WATCH | JD(U) leader KC Tyagi says, " Nitish Kumar ji appreciated the way Karpoori Thakur did not give MLA ticket to his own son. He also appreciated the PM for awarding 'Bharat Ratna' to Karpoori Thakur." https://t.co/OebkqEs93m
#WATCH | On the INDIA alliance, Karnataka BJP leader Dr. CN Ashwath Narayan says, "They have come together just to grab power....The alliance is falling apart now as these parties can't come together. All these parties were formed against Congress & its corruption. There is no… https://t.co/xok72BtGug
#WATCH | TMC & AAP announce to fight LS polls alone, Dr.Ramdas Athawale, President, Republican Party of India (Athawale) says, "This is a big jolt to INDIA alliance. Slowly & silently many parties will leave with alliance...INDIA aghadi mein kuch dum nahi hai aur iska humein kuch… https://t.co/aH7VDIHdky
#WATCH | On AAP's and TMC's stand over seat sharing in INDIA Alliance for the upcoming Lok Sabha election, RJD MP Manoj Jha says, "All of this is unfortunate. These cannot be considered a healthy sign. Since INDIA alliance was formed in Patna we will be pained if its foundation… https://t.co/Duy3GcZmTw
#LoksabhaElections2024 : No alliance between AAP & Congress in Punjab; says CM Bhagwant Mann https://t.co/HJuXldcfJs
#TheNews | INDIA bloc suffers back-to-back blow in Punjab, Bengal Report by @MickyGupta84 and @ghazalimohammad https://t.co/K8EPC65MG9
Double blow to India Alliance After Mamata's TMC, AAP announces solo fight in Punjab https://t.co/iWO8H1zPwY
#WATCH | AAP MP and Punjab Co-incharge, Sandeep Pathak says, "...This is not new. Punjab unit had been saying from the beginning that they are capable of contesting alone. If you look at the local unit of Congress, they too say that they don't want to forge an alliance. So, local… https://t.co/ITlB6ahbjL https://t.co/YrZs02do4J
#WATCH | On AAP's and TMC's stand over seat sharing in INDIA Alliance for the upcoming Lok Sabha election, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi says, "We had all been saying from day 1 that this is just photoshoot and nothing is going to come out of it. AAP declared today that they would… https://t.co/92Omn4fuln
VIDEO | "It was an unholy attempt for an unholy alliance, and its fate was destined. iKeeping 'INDIA' as the name doesn't bring the spirit of India," says Punjab BJP chief @sunilkjakhar after West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee announces to go it alone in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls… https://t.co/K5gY0jERQB
#LoksabhaElections2024 | 'No talks with #Congress in #Punjab': #BhagwantMann says #AAP will win all 13 Lok Sabha seats in state https://t.co/hpiOvmB3Bv https://t.co/yeeYX8BWgR
VIDEO | "INDIA bloc is an arrogant and corrupt alliance. On one hand, Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha was happening, and Aatmanirbhar Bharat was being established, and on the other hand, attacks were happening in Assam. Is this their (Congress') 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra'? Their… https://t.co/FiNiEicSn2
#WATCH | Morena: On the statement of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on INDIA alliance, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia says, "... This is not INDIA alliance, this is an arrogant alliance... On one side Ram Lalla's idol was being consecrated, on the other hand,… https://t.co/sbDUB66v38
Another setback for INDIA alliance: Aam Aadmi Party to go solo in Punjab @ghazalimohammad reports https://t.co/Ra3NaoZ1CZ
STORY | PM could claim full credit for Bharat Ratna to Karpoori Thakur: Nitish Kumar READ: https://t.co/XGZawWdHC8 (PTI Photo) https://t.co/xOYnrakT1z
#BreakingNews | On TMC leader #MamataBanerjee saying "Will fight alone" during Lok Sabha polls in Bengal, Punjab CM & AAP leader Bhagwant Mann says, "...In Punjab, we will not do anything (alliance with Congress) like that, we have nothing with #Congress." #bhagwantmann https://t.co/UM1s1uH8wj
VIDEO | "We have nothing to with Congress in Punjab," says Punjab CM @BhagwantMann in response to a media query on whether AAP will go it alone in the Lok Sabha polls in the state. https://t.co/hDtpIMCuaH
PM could claim entire credit for Bharat Ratna to Karpoori Thakur without acknowledging my efforts: Nitish at Patna rally
No AAP alliance with Congress in Punjab for 2024 Lok Sabha polls: CM Mann
After Mamata Banerjee, AAP Says No Alliance With Congress In Punjab https://t.co/RNfokcxn6A @ghazalimohammad reports https://t.co/Z9SX1ZFSaH