The Indian National Congress, celebrating its 140th year, faces significant challenges in the upcoming year. Despite recent electoral gains in some states, the party's overall position in the opposition alliance has weakened. Key initiatives for the new year include a national campaign against the G RAM G Act, replacing MNREGA, and a renewed focus on "social justice" politics, particularly concerning the OBC community. The party also aims to strengthen its organization by appointing new district presidents, though internal questions about practices persist. Priyanka Gandhi is expected to play a larger role.