Grand-old party and crises: Left infiltration into Congress the latest

‘Left’ infiltration into Congress

Expelled Congressman Satyadev Tripathi has alleged a group of former left-wing leaders were trying to capture the grand old party. Speaking at a parallel function to mark the Congress’ 135th foundation day recently, Tripathi observed the party, which is seeking to “protect” the Indian Constitution, should first respect its own constitution. Lamenting that the party was passing through a phase of ideological crisis, he alleged the “left elements”, who had permeated the Congress, were misleading the top leadership. In November, 10 senior UP leaders were expelled for six years on charges of indiscipline.

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