Rahul Gandhi’s extensive 1,300 km campaign in Bihar, aimed at revitalizing Congress, failed to resonate with voters, resulting in one of the party’s poorest performances. Despite initial enthusiasm during the Voter Adhikar Yatra, Congress struggled with local dynamics and internal discord, leading to a sharp decline in seats from 27 in 2020. While Gandhi’s earlier yatras had improved his public image, they could not translate enthusiasm into votes in the Hindi heartland. The party’s only success came in Jharkhand, where it aligned with local allies, highlighting Congress’s challenges in the region.
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