Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge delivered a strong message to party leaders during the All India Congress Committee session in Ahmedabad, urging those who do not actively contribute to party work to 'take rest' and those failing in their responsibilities to 'retire'. Kharge also emphasized the role of district presidents in rebuilding the party structure and involving grassroots leadership in candidate selection. He declared that the Congress is once again fighting for India's independence, this time against injustice, inequality, poverty, and communalism.
As the 2026 Kerala Assembly elections draw closer, Congress struggles with infighting and factionalism within the state unit. In a move to restore stability and address these conflicts, All India Congress Committee (AICC) general secretary Deepa Dasmunsi has proposed deploying Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra to lead a special committee overseeing the party’s campaign. The decision, which came after a high-level meeting between senior Congress leaders and the party’s central leadership, is expected to bring much-needed discipline and direction to Congress’ campaign strategy in Kerala. The success of this appointment will be put to the test in upcoming by-elections and local body elections, which are critical indicators of the party’s strength ahead of the 2026 elections.
With the Delhi Assembly elections just around the corner, AICC Delhi in-charge Qazi Nizamuddin believes that the Congress party will successfully appeal to voters by focusing on key issues affecting citizens. He emphasized that the party only makes promises that have been fulfilled in Congress-ruled states and will prioritize cleaning the Yamuna, improving women's safety, reducing corruption, and addressing unemployment, all of which have been neglected by the current AAP government.
After suffering losses in recent state elections, Congress party chief Mallikarjun Kharge addressed the party's leaders and stressed the importance of taking responsibility, fixing shortcomings, and unity within the party. He also expressed concern over the use of electronic voting machines and called on the Election Commission to ensure fair elections in the country. Kharge emphasized the need for discipline and unity within the party to defeat political opponents. He also urged party leaders to work hard and strengthen the party's organization at all levels, from voter registration to vote counting.
Amid preparations for the crucial Delhi assembly elections in 2025, the Congress has appointed Qazi Nizamuddin as the AICC in-charge of the state, replacing Deepak Babaria. This comes after all Shiv Sena MLAs unanimously chose Eknath Shinde as the leader of the legislative party. Meanwhile, Haryana Assembly Speaker Harvinder Kalyan has formed committees of the assembly which will work till March 31, 2025, with members from various political parties. Additionally, Nepal's trade deficit has crossed Rs 460 billion in the first four months of the current fiscal year, highlighting the economic challenges faced by the country.
In a major development for the Congress party, star wrestlers and renowned Olympians Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia joined the party during a press event at the AICC headquarters in Delhi. The heavyweight announcement was made in the presence of key Congress figures, who expressed their pride and enthusiasm in welcoming the athletes into their ranks. This move comes after the grapplers met with Congress senior leader Rahul Gandhi, sparking speculation of their entry into politics and potential contesting in the upcoming Haryana Assembly polls.
The All India Congress Committee (AICC) has appointed Szarita Laitphlang and SA Sampath Kumar as general secretaries in charge of Chhattisgarh. Laitphlang, who was previously a national secretary, is now the state's general secretary and is actively involved in state politics. Stay updated on the latest political developments by following us on social media. Learn about the history of The Shillong Times, which started as a weekly in 1945 and was eventually converted to a daily in 1958.
The Congress Party has announced the appointment of new AICC Secretaries and Joint Secretaries for various state units in order to strengthen and revitalize its organizational structure. Some of the notable appointments include Alok Sharma as the Secretary for Punjab and Sharad Yadav's daughter Subhashini Yadav as the Secretary for Gujarat. The move is seen as a step towards preparing the party for upcoming state elections and consolidating its position in different states.
On his 54th birthday, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi was celebrated by party workers at the AICC headquarter in New Delhi. He urged all workers to engage in humanitarian efforts and charity instead of any grand celebrations. The party also posted a video of the celebrations and expressed their gratitude towards Gandhi for being a leader who stands against anger, hatred, and tears. They also hailed him as 'Jannayak' for his contributions towards reclaiming democracy and bringing hope to the people.
The Congress's decision to field AICC general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra for the Wayanad bypoll, following Rahul Gandhi's relinquishment of the seat, is a strategic move to consolidate the party's gains in the 2021 Assembly elections in Kerala. With a high percentage of minority communities in Wayanad, considered a safe seat for the Nehru family's influence in South India, Ms. Vadra's charismatic presence is expected to unify warring factions and appeal to voters' memories of her grandmother, former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. The decision has also been backed by the Indian Union Muslim League, a key ally of the Congress, ensuring their loyalty to the UDF alliance.