As Shiv Sena, TMC splits swell NDA ranks, TDP and JDU lose some of their bargaining chip

New political shifts are reshaping the NDA coalition. Defections from Shiv Sena (UBT) and a breakaway Trinamool Congress faction bolster BJP-backed allies. This development reduces the coalition's reliance on major partners like TDP and JD(U). The BJP is building a broader support base, offering greater flexibility in alliance management. While key allies remain important, their exclusive influence may be diminishing.