Politics · India
Political Leaders Discuss PM Candidacy and Election Strategies
Discussions and statements from various political figures have emerged regarding potential Prime Ministerial candidates and election strategies. While some leaders, like Tamil Congress leaders, have backed Rahul Gandhi for PM in 2029, others, such as the DMK, have pushed back against pitches for actor Vijay as a PM candidate, emphasizing support for Rahul Gandhi instead. Meanwhile, Maharashtra's SIR has been cited by Congress to vindicate Rahul Gandhi's 'vote chori' claim, and Uttarakhand CM Dhami has targeted Rahul Gandhi over caste remarks, urging against divisive politics. Additionally, a statement from Congress leader Supriya Shrinate attacked the stopping of Rahul Gandhi's Prayagraj program, suggesting it was due to fear of him.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
- Left (4): National Herald, Satya Hindi, The Hindu, The Telegraph (India)
- Centre (14 votes, 15 outlets): Business Standard, Deccan Chronicle, Deccan Herald, Greater Kashmir, Hindustan Times, Mathrubhumi English, NDTV, Telangana Today, The Economic Times · The Times of India (Times Group — 1 vote), The Free Press Journal, The New Indian Express, The Print, The Statesman, The Tribune
- Right (3): India Today, The Commune, The Pioneer