The All India Congress Committee (AICC) has begun its preparations for the upcoming state elections in several states, with senior leaders appointed as observers to oversee the party’s efforts. This move is seen as a strategic effort by the party to strengthen its presence in these crucial states.
Appointment of Randeep Singh Surjewala
Randeep Singh Surjewala, AICC general secretary who played a key role in the party’s successful election effort in Karnataka as the party’s state in-charge, has been appointed senior observer for coordinating the Congress’s poll preparations in Madhya Pradesh. This appointment is significant, given that Surjewala’s efforts were instrumental in the party’s success in Karnataka.
Surjewala’s role in Madhya Pradesh will be crucial in ensuring a united approach by the party in the state. The appointment of Kamal Nath as the chief ministerial face of the party is seen as a positive development, and Surjewala’s efforts are expected to complement this.
Madhusudan Mistry Appointed for Rajasthan
The AICC has also appointed veteran leader Madhusudan Mistry as the senior observer for Rajasthan. However, Mistry is likely to face a tough time in the state due to factionalism within the party.
Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and senior leader Sachin Pilot are pulling the party in different directions, which may affect the party’s chances of winning the elections in Rajasthan. The appointment of T S Singh Deo as Deputy Chief Minister has helped settle the leadership tussle in Chhattisgarh.
Former IAS officer Sasikanth Senthil will assist Mistry in the role of observer in Rajasthan, which is seen as a positive development to help him navigate the complex web of alliances and rivalries within the party.
Observers Appointed for Other States
The AICC has also appointed other senior leaders as observers for other states. Former Mumbai Mayor Chandrakant Handore will oversee the Congress’s poll preparations in Madhya Pradesh, while Meenakshi Natarajan will coordinate the efforts in Chhattisgarh.
West Bengal Congress leader Deepa Dasmunshi has been appointed senior observer for Telangana. These appointments signal a united approach by the party to win the elections in these states.
Poll Strategy
The AICC has a three-pronged strategy to win the elections in these states: building a strong grassroots presence, engaging with the local population and using technology to mobilize voters.
In Madhya Pradesh, the Congress plans to focus on rural areas and appeal to the party’s traditional base of farmers and tribals. In Rajasthan, the party aims to build alliances with other regional parties and woo voters by offering a range of policy promises.
Conclusion
The appointment of senior leaders as observers is crucial in the Congress’s poll preparations. The party must now focus on executing its strategy effectively to win the elections in these states.
The outcome of these elections will be crucial for the party’s prospects in the upcoming general elections. A strong performance in these state polls could boost the party’s morale and help it regain its footing in Indian politics.
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