The opposition’s stance needs to be strong; they must exhibit dynamism by altering strategies to challenge the BJP effectively.

When it comes to opposition parties against the BJP, Trinamool Congress led by Mamata Banerjee and DMK led by Stalin seem to be in a better position. There is also some strength visible in Jaganmohan Reddy in Andhra Pradesh. Bihar could also witness a strong competition. The Biju Janata Dal, or BJD, is also a major political force in Odisha, but talks of an alliance with the BJP are underway