POLITICS

Top GOI advisors warn against underestimating Priyanka Gandhi

Reports indicate that senior government advisors, including former bureaucrats, have privately cautioned ministers against underestimating Priyanka Gandhi’s political impact. Unlike Rahul Gandhi, who occupies the institutional role of Leader of the Opposition, Priyanka is seen as a more instinctive and emotive communicator capable of connecting with key voter segments, particularly women and rural electorates. The advisors are believed to have urged ministers to respond swiftly and strategically to her statements, warning that dismissive reactions could amplify her influence. They reportedly view her growing public engagement as a potential factor that could reshape the opposition’s narrative ahead of upcoming elections.

Sweet & sour relations between Tharoor & Congress

Relations between the Congress and Shashi Tharoor are reportedly not cordial but the party is not able to gather the courage to suspend or expel Tharoor from the Congress. According to sources, Tharoor reportedly wants action against him by the party high command. But some political compulsions are in between the two.