INSO aims for fourth straight win in PU campus council’s general secretary post

For the past three consecutive years, the INSO has dominated this position. In 2022, the party began its winning streak by capturing the general secretary’s post. In 2023, Deepak Goyat etched his name in PU’s electoral history by securing 4,431 votes — the highest-ever tally for any post in PUCSC history — and winning by a massive margin of 2,329 votes. His victory remains unmatched and is often described by students as a “landslide that shook the campus”. In 2024, the INSO continued its momentum with Vineet Yadav’s win, who polled 3,298 votes, ensuring the party’s third straight success on the same seat.

This three-year streak has made the general secretary post almost synonymous with the INSO, sparking intense discussions about whether the party can extend its dominance to a fourth consecutive year.

INSO leaders claim their strength lies in strong grassroots connections across hostels and departments. With an active campaign machinery and a clear focus on student issues, the party is aiming to consolidate its support base once again.

“This seat has become INSO’s identity in PU politics. Every year we prove our strength at the grassroots level. This time too, we are confident that students will trust us to continue our winning legacy,” an INSO functionary said.

However, rival student groups argue that the 2025 election may not be a walkover. With heavy campaigning by NSUI, CYSS, ABVP and other alliances, the general secretary contest is expected to be fiercely competitive.

Still, the shadow of Goyat’s 2023 record looks difficult to break. Until now, no candidate on any post has been able to match his tally of 4,431 votes or his sweeping margin. For the INSO, that victory remains both a source of pride and a benchmark for future campaigns.

As polling day nears, the central question remains: will INSO’s stronghold on the general secretary’s post remain unbroken, or will 2025 deliver a surprise?

The author is an intern with The Indian Express

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