Rahul Gandhi recently hosted a high tea meeting for members of the INDIA opposition bloc. The event served as a platform for coalition leaders to convene and discuss their ongoing political strategy. A notable aspect of the meeting was the attendance of 22 Members of Parliament (MPs) from the Samajwadi Party, as well as representatives from the Shiv Sena faction led by Uddhav Thackeray.

The presence of these specific delegations was highlighted as a significant development, particularly because both parties had recently faced public criticism regarding the absenteeism of their members in parliamentary proceedings. By attending the meeting in significant numbers, these parties aimed to signal their continued commitment to the coalition's agenda and address concerns regarding their participation levels. The meeting underscores the ongoing efforts of the INDIA bloc to maintain internal cohesion and present a unified front in the face of political challenges. While the meeting focused on internal coordination, it also served as a public demonstration of the alliance's operational status following recent questions about party attendance.