Congress finetunes election strategy

As Congress kickstarts its poll preparations for the forthcoming Lok Sabha polls,the strategy for the campaign for the first phase has been conveyed to the state units.

The achievements to be highlighted in rural areas are the loan waiver and the National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme,while in urban areas they have been asked to highlight income tax relief,price control and controlling the effect of the slowdown. “In rural areas,loan waiver will be an important achievement,because it directly benefits a large number of farmers,” said a senior party leader. “In the urban areas,the income tax relief has directly benefited a large section of the middle class. Beside,our government was also able to control inflation.”

The list of the star campaigners for the state includes Rahul Gandhi,Sonia Gandhi and Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh. After the first hoarding of the party projecting Rahul as the “future” was put up,the party workers were taken by surprise,as in the past Rahul was never projected so prominently. But in the other hoardings put up later,Sonia Gandhi,Manmohan Singh and Rahul Gandhi,have all been given adequate space.

Mohan Prakash,member of the Congress publicity and publication committee said: “These three leaders will be our face in the election campaign as they represent three different elements. The Congress president is the symbol of sacrifice,Manmohan Singh is known for his sincerity and Rahul Gandhi represents the vision for the future.”

Asked if there was any specific purpose behind projecting Rahul Gandhi alone in some of the hoardings,Prakash said: “This is just the first phase,after some time you will also see hoardings projecting Soniaji and Manmohanji separately.”

Maulshree Seth

Maulshree Seth is an Assistant Editor with The Indian Express, based in Lucknow. With over 15 years of experience in mainstream journalism, she has built a formidable reputation for her on-ground reporting across Uttar Pradesh. Her expertise spans a wide array of critical beats, including state politics, governance, the judiciary, and rural development. Authoritativeness Maulshree’s work is characterized by depth and historical context. Her coverage of high-stakes state elections and landmark judicial rulings has established her as an authoritative voice on the intersection of law and politics in Northern India. She is frequently recognized for her ability to gain access to primary sources and for her nuanced understanding of the socio-economic factors that drive the world's most populous sub-national entity. Trustworthiness & Ethical Journalism Her reporting is rooted in rigorous fact-checking and a steadfast dedication to neutral, unbiased storytelling. By prioritizing field-based verification—often traveling to the most remote corners of the state—she ensures that her readers receive a truthful and comprehensive view of events. ... Read More

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