Realignments likely to dent traditional voter base of major political players

Political realignments in the states of Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Telangana could impact the traditional vote base of major political parties and influence election outcomes. In Chhattisgarh, the presence of AAP and BRS may challenge the Congress’ hold on power. In Madhya Pradesh, the split of JAYS and the presence of AAP and Gondwana Gantantra Party could pressure both the BJP and Congress. Rajasthan has seen the split of BTP and the emergence of the Bharatiya Adivasi Party, which is in talks with Hanuman Beniwal’s Rashtriya Loktantrik Party. In Telangana, the entry of BJP and anti-incumbency could change the political landscape.