The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday launched a sharp attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi following the Rajya Sabha election results in Jharkhand, claiming that the outcome reflected growing dissatisfaction with his leadership within the I.N.D.I.A bloc. The BJP’s remarks came after NDA-backed Independent candidate Parimal Nathwani secured victory in one of the two Rajya Sabha contests in Jharkhand, defeating Congress nominee Pranav Jha. Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) candidate Baidyanath Ram won the other seat. The result has sparked political debate because the ruling I.N.D.I.A bloc had the numerical advantage in the Jharkhand Assembly, yet failed to secure both seats.
