The upcoming state elections in five states, including Satishkar, Mizoram, and Telangana, have been closely scrutinized as a precursor to the highly anticipated parliamentary elections. However, to the surprise of many, these electoral contests have lacked the usual fervor and excitement typically associated with election seasons. Journalist Koteswaran offers insights into the subdued atmosphere surrounding these elections, which are merely a month away from the parliamentary polls.Koteswaran suggests that the opposition Congress may have made a strategic error by failing to capitalize on the dissatisfaction of the electorate after enduring nine and a half years of BJP rule. Many expected the upcoming state elections to serve as an opportunity for the Congress to garner support from voters disenchanted with the BJP’s governance. In this interview, K ...