Gehlot Confident in Congress's Prospects Amid Maharashtra and Rajasthan Election Challenges

Ashok Gehlot, senior Congress observer, expresses confidence in the party's prospects in Maharashtra and Rajasthan elections. He highlights favorable sentiment towards Congress, ongoing dialogue with rebel leaders, and stresses the importance of local issues. Gehlot criticizes the government's approach to One Nation, One Election and addresses the Godhra incident textbook issue.

Ashok Gehlot, the seasoned Congress leader and former Chief Minister of Rajasthan, has voiced optimism about the party's performance in the Maharashtra Assembly elections. Gehlot believes the Aghadi alliance will benefit from the prevailing anti-government sentiment. He emphasized ongoing efforts to reconcile with rebel Congress leaders, with hopes that many will withdraw their nominations by the November 4 deadline.

Discussing the Rajasthan Assembly by-elections for seven seats, Gehlot noted the significance of local issues, asserting they would be the focus of these elections. He emphasized Congress's unity and commitment, stressing the importance of democratic dialogue for the 'One Nation, One Election' initiative.

Gehlot also critiqued Prime Minister Narendra Modi's swift moves on national policies like the One Nation, One Election initiative and the Uniform Civil Code, urging a collaborative approach with public and opposition involvement. In response to remarks on the Godhra incident textbook absence, Gehlot stressed the need for a structured committee to decide educational content.

(With inputs from agencies.)