Senior Journalist Warns of Modi Government's Strategy to Weaken Opposition Parties

Concerns over the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party's approach to the opposition have resurfaced following a live debate featuring senior journalist Shrawan Garg on Satya Hindi's program 'The Daily Show.' During the discussion broadcast on June 17, 2026, Garg analysed the government's strategy of undermining major opposition parties, including the Indian National Congress, the Samajwadi Party (SP), and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). He questioned whether the Modi administration would seek to dismantle these parties as part of a broader effort to secure a two-thirds majority in Parliament.

Garg argued that the government's tactics may go beyond traditional political rivalry, potentially destabilising key opposition groups. The debate highlighted fears that the ruling party could use legal and institutional tools to pressure or fragment opposition parties, similar to moves seen against some regional players in recent years. The journalist warned that targeting Congress, SP, and NCP could significantly alter India's political landscape.

The program sparked discussion on whether the administration's actions amount to an assault on democratic processes. Critics have accused the government of leveraging its majority to weaken dissent, while supporters maintain that actions against corrupt or non-compliant parties are legitimate. Garg's analysis did not provide definitive evidence of specific plans but underscored growing unease about the future of multi-party democracy in India.

As the 2029 general elections approach, the debate reflects deepening political polarisation. The opposition has yet to issue a formal response to the claims, but many observers see the government's strategy as part of an ongoing effort to consolidate power.