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On Thursday, during an informal meeting, Opposition parties in India made significant decisions to prepare for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections and challenge the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA). This effort is under the banner of the "Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance" (I.N.D.I.A.). They are set to announce a coordination committee consisting of 11 members from key Opposition parties, as 28 non-BJP parties will convene at Mumbai's Grand Hyatt Hotel on Friday for a formal meeting. This development signals a united front against the NDA.

Opposition parties gear Up for 2024

During their informal meeting, Opposition leaders emphasized the need to shift into election mode and accelerate their preparations to contest the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The urgency to finalize seat sharing arrangements and establish a shared agenda in the coming weeks was also stressed.

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The role of the Coordination Committee

The I.N.D.I.A. alliance plans to create a coordination committee consisting of 11 members. These members will be drawn from the principal Opposition parties. This committee is expected to play a crucial role in strategizing and coordinating efforts among the Opposition parties.

Cancellation of coalition logo unveiling

Initially, there were reports suggesting that the I.N.D.I.A. bloc would unveil its coalition logo on Friday at around 10:30 am. However, this plan has been canceled for the day. Sanjay Raut, a Rajya Sabha MP from Shiv Sena, confirmed this development. He highlighted the significance of the logo within the alliance and mentioned that discussions about it would take place during the meeting, but it would not be revealed on that day.

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The Opposition parties in India, united under the I.N.D.I.A. banner, are taking concrete steps to prepare for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Their decision to form a coordination committee and focus on seat sharing and a common agenda demonstrates their determination to challenge the ruling NDA. While the unveiling of the coalition logo has been postponed, the political landscape in India is witnessing a heightened sense of collaboration and preparation among these parties as they gear up for the upcoming elections.