BJP splitting parties, but won't get 2/3rd majority, says Congress
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has accused the BJP of attempting to split opposition parties ahead of the monsoon session, warning that their true aim is to alter India's Constitution. Despite efforts, Ramesh asserted the ruling party will not achieve the two-thirds majority needed for such a move, citing the 'Ab ki Baar, 400 Paar' slogan's failure. He anticipates bills like delimitation and 'One Nation, One Election' might be introduced.
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