Opposition INDIA bloc aims for broader secular unity

The opposition INDIA bloc was created for the Lok Sabha elections, according to CPI(M) leader Prakash Karat. He emphasized the need for a broader platform of secular opposition parties beyond just electoral politics. Karat noted that while the INDIA bloc helped the opposition in the Lok Sabha elections, its effectiveness in state elections varies. He highlighted the contrasting outcomes in Maharashtra and Jharkhand, where the alliance had different levels of success. He stated that there have been no discussions on the alliance's future after the Lok Sabha elections. Karat called for unity among secular opposition parties to address broader issues, rather than focusing solely on electoral strategies.