Rahul Gandhi Strategy, INDIA Bloc Protests, Post-Dussehra Mobilisation

Congress and INDIA bloc parties are planning their protest roadmap, pausing street demonstrations temporarily until Dussehra before launching subsequent phases of agitation. Leadership discussions have focused on sustaining momentum over issues involving the Election Commission and the Special Intensive Revision. Party cadres, including the National Students' Union of India and Indian Youth Congress wings, have staged recurrent demonstrations across New Delhi, leading to frequent confrontations and police detentions. Simultaneously, opposition leaders and student body representatives, such as the All India Students' Association, have engaged in strategic meetings to coordinate future mobilisations. A key tactical approach outlined emphasizes preparing for an extended agitation, thinking innovatively, executing surprise protests, and maintaining pressure across multiple fronts until demands are met. Meanwhile, questions remain over joint opposition coordination and public mobilisation after authorities denotified the planned demonstration venue at Jantar Mantar amid tight administrative clampdowns.