{
  "id": 4449065,
  "title": "Vandita Mishra writes: In the light of Jantar Mantar, Congress and BJP",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/vandita-mishra-writes-in-the-light-of-jantar-mantar-congress-and-bjp",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-30T15:17:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express",
    "slug": "the-indian-express",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/jantar-mantar-gen-z-bjp-congress-rahul-gandhi-yogi-modi-10856037/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Jantar Mantar agitation has shed light on several issues that were previously overshadowed, particularly in relation to the BJP and the Congress parties. The BJP, now in its third term at the Centre, appears to be experiencing a sense of stagnation, with signs of restlessness even among its supporters. The party's third term has revealed various discontented factors, particularly in Uttar Pradesh, where the Jantar Mantar protests gained momentum in June.\n\nThe twin challenges faced by the BJP are price rise and corruption, exacerbated by the ongoing war and the recent student movement. The government's emphasis on ideological projects rather than reforming systems and modernizing processes has come under scrutiny. Furthermore, concerns about the \"bulldozer justice\" policy and the \"chanda chori\" controversy at the Ram temple in Ayodhya have strained the BJP-RSS leadership. The party is now facing increased vulnerability due to growing resentments within its ranks.\n\nOn the opposing side, the Congress party seems to be gaining ground with Rahul Gandhi, who has effectively raised resonant issues and challenged the BJP during his cross-country yatras. However, Gandhi's lack of a strong political or governmental background appears to be hindering his full integration within the party. The Congress, out of power for a prolonged period, is burdened with inertia and factional infighting, which hampers its ability to respond effectively to the BJP's challenges.\n\nThe overall analysis suggests that both parties are grappling with internal issues and external pressures, with the BJP struggling to regain its momentum and the Congress struggling to find cohesion and relevance.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Jantar Mantar protests highlight issues overshadowed by BJP and Congress",
    "BJP faces stagnation, discontent, and challenges in UP",
    "Congress gains ground with Rahul Gandhi but struggles with cohesion"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}