As of January 31, 2025, the political landscape in India is undergoing significant changes, particularly following the 24th Congress of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)], which was held in Kolkata from January 17-19. The Congress adopted a draft political resolution highlighting the ongoing conflict between the Hindutva-corporate regime of the Modi government and secular-democratic forces. This tension has been exacerbated by the BJP's loss of its majority in the May 2024 Lok Sabha elections, indicating a potential shift in the political balance [4e0ef5a3].
The CPI(M) resolution criticizes the Modi government for continuing its Hindutva neoliberal agenda, which has led to rising inequalities and unemployment. Notably, 46% of the global population is reported to be living under the poverty line, a statistic that reflects broader economic challenges faced not only in India but globally [4e0ef5a3].
Internationally, the resolution expresses solidarity with Palestine amidst the ongoing conflict, where Israeli aggression has resulted in over 47,000 Palestinian deaths since October 2023. The CPI(M) also condemned the US's reinforcement of ties with India while supporting Israel's actions in Gaza, illustrating the complex interplay between domestic politics and international relations [4e0ef5a3].
Domestically, the Congress leaders, including Pawan Khera and KC Venugopal, have been vocal in their criticism of the BJP government for fostering communal hatred and mishandling border security issues related to illegal immigration. This criticism comes alongside a crackdown on illegal Bangladeshi immigration, which has seen multiple arrests and the seizure of fake documents [59b61db8].
Additionally, the Delhi High Court is set to hear a bail petition for Tahir Hussain, involved in the 2020 violence case, further complicating the political narrative as legal challenges continue to mount against various political figures [59b61db8].
Amid these political developments, heavy snowfall in Himachal Pradesh and a significant fire incident in Ahmedabad have also made headlines, reflecting the diverse challenges currently facing the nation [59b61db8].