The possibility of an electoral alliance between the Congress and the Goa Forward Party remains uncertain, with Goa Forward President Vijai Sardesai stating that there have been no concrete efforts by the Congress leadership to forge a partnership in the state.
Speaking on the political landscape in Goa, Sardesai said that the alliance cannot be taken for granted, alleging that the Congress leadership does not appear to consider the Goa Forward Party as a significant partner. He also claimed that there is no active I.N.D.I.A. alliance framework functioning in Goa.
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According to Sardesai, a growing section of the public is looking for a fresh political alternative that is distinct from both the Congress and the BJP. He argued that Goa needs a new vision that addresses the aspirations of its people beyond the traditional political divide.
Reflecting on past political developments, Sardesai revealed that the Goa Forward Party had once been willing to merge with the Congress. However, he alleged that the proposal was opposed by certain individuals within the party, suggesting that personal apprehensions prevented the move from materialising.
“The alliance between Congress and Goa Forward is not a given because all indications from the Congress leadership are that they do not even consider us. There is no I.N.D.I.A. alliance in Goa and no efforts towards it. People feel that an alternative vision is required—one that is neither Congress nor the BJP. We were ready to merge back then, but there were some who opposed it. They are afraid of individuals,” Sardesai said.
