CPI(M) and CPI Raise Concerns Over Congress Rajya Sabha Candidate Praveen Chakravartys Statement on New Alliance

On Thursday evening, the Congress party nominated Mr. Chakravarty for the Rajya Sabha seat designated to it by the Tamil Maanila Congress (TMC), following their collaboration in the recent Assembly elections. In a subsequent social media update, Mr. Chakravarty expressed that he had garnered the backing of all parties within the alliance represented by the TMC.

The Rajya Sabha, as the upper house of India’s Parliament, consists of representatives from various states and union territories, with members serving staggered six-year terms. The recent nomination is significant as it reflects the ongoing political alliances and the dynamics of party support following the Assembly elections. The TMC, founded by the late G.K. Murthy, plays a crucial role in the political landscape of Tamil Nadu, an area known for its diverse and active political parties.