TL;DR: Tensions between the Congress and Left are boiling as the two allies rethink their political alliance for the upcoming West Bengal bypolls. With six assembly seats up for grabs on November 13, Congress seems ready to go solo, sidelining CPI(M). But without coordinated efforts, the anti-BJP-TMC fight risks falling apart. If they don’t align soon, the Left-Congress partnership could be doomed—and the BJP might rise again.
🎯 What’s Cooking Between Congress & Left?
Congress and CPI(M) have been allies in Bengal, but recent developments suggest a split might be on the cards. Congress has already shortlisted candidates for the bypolls, hinting that it may ditch the alliance for good. CPI(M) leaders claim no formal discussions have been held, sparking confusion and frustration within the Left camp 🤷♂️.
With CPI(M) leaders like Mohammed Salim currently unavailable, the situation feels like a ticking time bomb. The political analyst Snigdhendu Bhattacharya believes Congress wants to tone down its opposition to TMC, unlike CPI(M), which is preparing for an all-out attack on Mamata Banerjee’s government.
🚨 Why This Drama Matters
If Congress and CPI(M) part ways, it will shatter their united front against both TMC and BJP. In the last Lok Sabha elections, the Congress won only one seat with Left support, while CPI(M) couldn’t secure a single victory. Despite poor performances, unity remains the only way to tackle the TMC's dominance and BJP’s rising influence in Bengal 🗳️.
⚖️ MediaFx Opinion: Time for Unity, Not Egos
CPI(M) has often been accused of acting like a “big brother” in alliances, alienating smaller partners. On the flip side, Congress’s tendency for self-goals—fielding national leaders against friendly Left candidates—raises doubts about its commitment to alliances. Both parties need to stop prioritizing safe seats and focus on the bigger picture: fighting communalism and halting BJP’s advance 🛑.
If the Congress and CPI(M) fail to unite, the BJP might bounce back, despite its recent underwhelming performance. With Mamata Banerjee under pressure, a strong Left-Congress partnership could make all the difference in Bengal. But the window of opportunity is closing fast.
💬 What’s Your Take?
Will Congress and CPI(M) reconcile before the bypolls? Or is this the end of their alliance? Drop your thoughts below!
