Rahul Gandhi’s Protest Strategy: Can Street Politics Fix Congress’s Organisational Crisis?

Rahul Gandhi's renewed street protests have sparked debate over whether Congress can convert political mobilisation into electoral gains. Critics argue that sustained demonstrations risk diverting attention from crucial organisational work, including alliance-building with the Samajwadi Party ahead of Uttar Pradesh elections. The Congress's performance after high-profile protests, including the 2020 Hathras episode, is cited as a warning that visibility does not guarantee votes. Supporters see Rahul's approach as an attempt to revive the cadre and rebuild the party's ideological foundations. The challenge is turning protest energy into lasting political strength.