Big Setback to Rahul Gandhi as Congress Fails to Open Account in MLC Polls | Capital TV

The Congress party faced a major political blow as it failed to secure a single victory in the recent by-elections held for 28 Legislative Council seats across four states. Out of these, the grand old party contested 12 seats, including four that it had previously held. The most significant setback occurred in Karnataka, where the party currently runs the state government but still could not win even one seat. This defeat raises serious questions about the party's grassroots strength and organizational strategy, particularly under the leadership of Rahul Gandhi. Political analysts view this outcome as a worrying sign for the opposition ahead of future electoral battles, highlighting a disconnect between the ruling state machinery and local council voter sentiment.