Presidential race: Congress opens talks with Left

A new equation is emerging in the race for electing India’s next president — one that could have implication beyond the poll. Averse to any risk for the crucial election, the Congress has opened talks directly with the Left to create a consensus over the candidate for president and vice-president. A round of informal discussions has already taken place between a CPI(M) politburo member and a key Congress strategist in Rajya Sabha. Formal talks are likely after the Parliament session ends on May 22.

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