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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Hannah Ellis-Petersen in Delhi

Indian opposition unites in attempt to oust Narendra Modi

West Bengal’s chief minister, Mamata Banerjee, speaks with other leaders at a  meeting of opposition parties in Bangalore
West Bengal’s chief minister, Mamata Banerjee, speaks with other leaders at a meeting of opposition parties in Bangalore. Photograph: Jagadeesh Nv/EPA

Leaders of 26 opposition political parties in India have united to form an alliance in an attempt to oust the country’s populist prime minister, Narendra Modi, in next year’s general election.

During a conclave of opposition parties held this week, it was decided that the coalition will be called the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance: otherwise known as INDIA.

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