POLITICSTHE HINDU NATIONAL
Beyond Congress-mukt Bharat: the shrinking space for regional parties
Regional parties can still defeat the BJP in direct contests, but they face vulnerabilities such as splits, defections, and absorption into BJP-led political coalitions. The shrinking space for regional parties highlights challenges to their political influence despite potential competitive advantages in specific battles.
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