Nationwide Political Campaign

India, the world’s largest democracy, stands at a crossroads today. The ideals that underpin our Republic—socialism, secularism, social justice and equality—are under unprecedented threat. The growing inclination towards majoritarianism, centralisation of power, erosion of federalism and rising inequality have led to a political and social climate marked by exclusion, intolerance and injustice.

The Modi government has aggressively pursuing disastrous economic policies, devastating the livelihood of the working people. While corporate profits have soared, ordinary citizens are grappling with soaring inflation, lack of job opportunities and declining living standards. India’s demographic dividend, once considered a strength, now risks becoming a demographic disaster as unemployment surges. This economic distress is compounded by policies that favour large corporations and a systematic dismantling of the public sector, pushing the working classes and marginalised communities further to the margins.

One of the critical challenges facing India today is the increasing centralisation of power by the Union government, at the expense of federal principles enshrined in the Constitution. The imposition of the socalled National Education Policy (NEP), attempts to homogenise food habits and the undermining of state powers in critical areas such as education, health and agriculture are clear indicators of this trend. The government’s push to impose one language as national language disregards India’s rich diversity and is an attempt to establish a cultural hegemony that aligns with the majoritarian agenda of the RSS-BJP.

The erosion of federalism is not just a political concern but a direct attack on India’s unity in diversity. States governed by opposition parties have often found themselves at loggerheads with the Union, be it over the distribution of financial resources, the misuse of investigative powers and even the handling of natural disasters. Such tendencies undermine cooperative federalism, on which Prime Minister Modi spoke a lot earlier but assaulting in every possible occasion, that forms the bedrock of India’s governance structure.

Economic inequality in India is growing at an alarming rate. The wealth of billionaires has increased exponentially while a significant portion of the population struggles to make ends meet. The Modi government’s economic policies, which prioritise privatisation, has further widened the gap between the rich and the poor. The dismantling of the public sector, a key source of stable employment and public services, has not only led to job losses but also weakened essential services in sectors like health, education and infrastructure.

The government’s pro-corporate stance has also led to a decline in workers’ rights and social security measures. Labour laws have been diluted and public assets are being sold to private players at throwaway prices, jeopardising livelihoods for millions. The socio-economic implications of such policies are dire, with marginalised communities, including Dalits, Adivasis and minorities, bearing the brunt of this economic exclusion.

India is also witnessing a disturbing consolidation of caste-based discrimination and violence. The RSS’ adherence to the Manuvadi ideology, which upholds a hierarchical caste order, is at odds with the egalitarian and anti-caste philosophy of leaders like Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar. The increasing incidents of caste-based violence, the denial of constitutional rights to Dalits and marginalised communities, and the perpetuation of casteist narratives through educational and cultural institutions are evidence of this regressive trend.

In this context, the legacy of Dr. Ambedkar and his meticulously drafted Constitution becomes all the more significant. His vision of a just and equal India is being systematically undermined by forces that wish to restore feudal and oppressive social structures. The Communist Party of India recognises the importance of preserving Ambedkar’s legacy and ensuring that the rights enshrined in the Constitution are protected and upheld.

Globally too, the recent electoral victory of Donald Trump in the United States adds another dimension to political challenges. The emergence of a global right-wing alliance, characterised by exclusion, xenophobia and economic policies favouring the wealthy, threatens inclusive and pluralistic values worldwide. The ideological convergence between the Trump administration and the RSS-BJP combine may embolden reactionary forces in India and further strain the republic’s constitutional values.

Moreover, this global rightward shift also signals the strengthening of imperialist tendencies that could jeopardise peace, development and stability, not just in India but across the world. The Communist Party of India has been in the forefront fighting  imperialism and continues to advocate for a foreign policy rooted in non-alignment, peace and international solidarity with progressive movements globally.

To counter these manifold challenges, the Communist Party of India is launching an intensive political campaign from 23rd March 2025, the martyrdom day of Shaheed Bhagat Singh, to 14th April 2025, the birth anniversary of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar. The campaign aims to bring the ideals of India’s great freedom movement to the people and expose the RSS-BJP’s designs to dismantle the legacy of that movement. The campaign will be in multifarious forms – Jathas, rallies, seminars, public meetings, cultural events, etc.

This initiative is not merely a political campaign but a movement to restore the republic’s core tenets of socialism, secularism, social justice and equality. The life and work of Bhagat Singh, who sacrificed his life for the nation’s freedom, and Dr. Ambedkar, who gave the nation a Constitution that promises justice, liberty, equality and fraternity, continue to inspire the struggle for a just and prosperous India.

The Communist Party of India believes that it is imperative to counter the RSS’ agenda at this crucial juncture in history. Failure to do so could lead to irreparable damage to the country’s pluralistic fabric and the democratic rights of its citizens. The campaign will focus on reaching the masses and exposing the dangers of majoritarianism, the importance of upholding secular values and the need for an economy that works for all, not just a privileged few.

India’s struggle today is not just a political battle but a battle for its very soul. The ideals of socialism, secularism, social justice and equality are not mere constitutional principles but the essence of what makes India a Republic. As the Communist Party of India takes to the streets with the legacy of Shaheed Bhagat Singh and Dr. Ambedkar, it calls upon all democratic and progressive forces to join hands in this struggle to preserve India’s pluralistic and inclusive identity. The path ahead may be challenging, but history has shown that the power of the people can overcome even the most formidable challenges. It is time to rise, resist and reclaim the vision of a just, inclusive and prosperous India.

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