The INDIA bloc faces significant challenges as its founding unity unravels. Nitish Kumar's departure from the alliance and ongoing seat-sharing disputes in Bihar, coupled with JMM's independent stance in Jharkhand, highlight deep-seated friction. Recent setbacks in Maharashtra, Haryana, and Delhi further expose the bloc's struggle for cohesion and a unified leadership.
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