Goa, May 16 -- Senior Congress leader P. Chidambaram has publicly expressed doubts about the unity and future prospects of the INDIA alliance, stating he is "not sure" if the opposition bloc remains intact and describing its current state as "frayed." Speaking at a book launch event in Delhi, Chidambaram remarked, "The future (of the INDIA bloc) is not so bright... If the alliance is totally intact, I will be very happy. But it seems that it is frayed." He added that there is still time to revive and strengthen the alliance but emphasized the urgent need for coordination among partners.

Chidambaram also highlighted the formidable organizational strength of the BJP, calling it the most well-organized political force in India's history. He...