For a robust democracy, a strong Opposition is as necessary as for the ruling party to have a stable majority. The Narendra Modi-led BJP juggernaut seemed unstoppable in the run-up to the general election in May 2024. But in mid-2023, the Opposition got its act together and formed a seemingly formidable alliance of 27 like-minded parties. Better known by its handy acronym ‘I.N.D.I.A.’ than by its full form, ‘Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance’, it promised to pose a substantial challenge to the BJP. But considering the latest developments from the camp, they are not even inclusive amongst themselves. I.N.D.I.A. seems to have flattered to deceive. Mamata Banerjee was already emitting unfriendly
