New Delhi, July 19, 2025 — Opposition unity under the INDIA bloc is set to be tested once again as the alliance prepares for a crucial online meeting today to discuss a common strategy for the upcoming Monsoon Session of Parliament. The meeting assumes significance as it comes after a long lull in coordinated activity among the alliance partners.

The Trinamool Congress (TMC), which was earlier reported to be staying away from the meeting, reversed its stance on Friday night and confirmed that Abhishek Banerjee, the party’s national general secretary, would participate.

However, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), which has recently voiced its discomfort with the bloc, is not expected to participate, indicating growing strains within the opposition alliance.

🤝 Unity Message Before Parliament Begins

The online meeting is scheduled for Saturday evening and comes just two days before the Monsoon Session begins on July 21, 2025. Sources within the Congress and other opposition parties say the focus of the meeting will be on:

• Framing a united attack against the government on critical national issues

• Deciding on joint floor strategies in Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha

• Finalising speakers and coordinators for parliamentary debates

• Sending out a strong public signal of cohesion

The last such joint interaction between INDIA bloc parties occurred several months ago, and coordination has waned since then, largely due to state-level rivalries and a lack of consensus on leadership within the bloc.

🗳️ TMC’s U-Turn: Abhishek to Attend

The TMC’s confirmation came as a surprise to many, especially since Mamata Banerjee had skipped the last few alliance-level meetings, citing disagreements over Congress’s outreach and campaign style.

However, in a brief statement, the TMC clarified:

“National General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee will represent the TMC in the virtual meeting of INDIA bloc leaders.”

This development is being viewed as a pragmatic move by the TMC to retain its position within the alliance ahead of crucial electoral battles, including upcoming by-elections and the West Bengal panchayat phase-II polls.

❌ AAP Distances Itself Further

The Aam Aadmi Party’s refusal to participate marks a continuing slide in its engagement with the INDIA bloc. Senior AAP sources cited:

• Lack of internal democracy in bloc functioning

• Congress’s approach in Punjab and Delhi

• AAP’s preference for “issue-based” alliances rather than blanket coalition politics

AAP’s distancing may weaken the INDIA bloc’s pan-India appeal, especially in urban centres where the party has growing influence.

⚖️ Key Discussion Points for Today’s Meeting

The online meeting will reportedly cover the following issues:

1. Price rise, unemployment, and social justice schemes

2. Government’s handling of international relations, including the Israel-Palestine situation and U.S. tariffs

3. The Manipur peace process and internal security

4. Strategy on pressuring the Centre on NEET-UG reforms and education access

5. Coordinated opposition during discussions on the Union Budget, which will be tabled mid-Session

Sources say a joint statement is also being considered after the meeting to reaffirm the alliance’s intent to challenge the BJP-led NDA.

🧭 Why This Meeting Matters

With the BJP enjoying a dominant narrative after recent Assembly wins and global visits by PM Modi, the INDIA bloc has struggled to maintain public visibility. This meeting is likely an attempt to:

• Revive public perception of opposition unity

• Rebuild momentum ahead of the crucial winter electoral cycle

• Project solidarity despite ongoing internal rifts

If successful, it could lead to renewed joint campaigning, possibly involving statewise rallies or public outreach programs led by regional heavyweights like Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, Mamata Banerjee, and Sharad Pawar.

🧠 Conclusion: Fragile Unity Faces Test

As the INDIA bloc regroups for today’s virtual meeting, all eyes will be on whether symbolic gestures can be converted into a practical, unified parliamentary strategy. The inclusion of TMC is a positive signal, but AAP’s continued distancing reflects the fragility of this coalition.

Going forward, the success of this initiative depends on:

• Shared leadership vision

• Resolution of internal disputes

• Publicly coordinated action in Parliament

The upcoming Monsoon Session may well define the INDIA bloc’s relevance in the national political landscape heading into the 2026 general elections.

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