India, April 12 -- In a sharp critique published in its mouthpiece Saamana, the Shiv Sena (UBT) on Saturday demanded answers from the Congress regarding the current status of the INDIA bloc, questioning its conspicuous absence from discussions at the party's recent Ahmedabad session. The editorial expressed disappointment that the Congress chose to focus solely on itself, with no mention of the opposition alliance or its future after the Lok Sabha elections.

"Where does the INDIA bloc stand post-elections? Has it been buried or disappeared into thin air?" the editorial asked, holding Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge responsible for offering clarity. The Sena (UBT) also sought to know the Congress's plan for upcoming state elections ...