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Congress and RG agree to unite; CMP talks scheduled next
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 06 Sep 2026, 05:48 PM
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The Indian National Congress and the RG faction have reached an agreement to join forces, with discussions with the CMP slated to follow.
The Indian National Congress (INC) and the political grouping identified as RG have formally agreed to combine their efforts ahead of upcoming electoral calculations. Both sides issued a joint statement confirming the decision to work together, signalling a new alliance at the national level.
Following the INC‑RG accord, the parties indicated that talks with the CMP bloc will be initiated shortly. Sources close to the negotiations said the CMP discussions are intended to explore a broader coalition that could influence the balance of power in forthcoming contests.
Political analysts view the emerging partnership as a strategic move to consolidate anti‑incumbent votes, though the exact terms of the alliance remain under discussion. The Times of India reported the development, noting that further details are expected as the parties continue their dialogue.
Following the INC‑RG accord, the parties indicated that talks with the CMP bloc will be initiated shortly. Sources close to the negotiations said the CMP discussions are intended to explore a broader coalition that could influence the balance of power in forthcoming contests.
Political analysts view the emerging partnership as a strategic move to consolidate anti‑incumbent votes, though the exact terms of the alliance remain under discussion. The Times of India reported the development, noting that further details are expected as the parties continue their dialogue.