India's main opposition party has unveiled its campaign promises ahead of the upcoming general election, pledging to increase social spending and address concerns about the country's democratic principles. The Congress Party has positioned itself as a challenger to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Bharatiya Janata Party, criticizing what it perceives as a drift towards autocracy and policies favoring the wealthy.
The general election in India is set to take place over several weeks, starting on April 19 and concluding on June 1, with results expected to be announced on June 4. While polls indicate a likely victory for Modi and the BJP, the Congress Party has raised alarms about the state of democracy under their rule, citing attacks on minorities and restrictions on dissent.
