Congress Aims to Rebuild Uttar Pradesh Base via Brahmin‑Muslim‑Dalit‑EBC Coalition

Congress has announced a strategic push to regain its dwindling foothold in Uttar Pradesh, the country’s most populous state, after a series of electoral setbacks. The party’s plan centres on forging a cross‑community alliance that brings together Brahmin voters, Muslim communities, Dalit groups and the broader Other Backward Classes (EBC), aiming to present a united front against rival parties. Party officials said the coalition will be built through localized outreach, community meetings and policy proposals that address the distinct concerns of each group while emphasizing inclusive development. Analysts note that this multi‑caste, multi‑religion formula echoes Congress’s historic attempts at broad‑based support, but its success will hinge on ground‑level execution and the ability to counter entrenched networks of competing parties. The initiative comes ahead of the upcoming state assembly elections, where Congress hopes the coalition can translate into tangible vote shares.