Opposition united, post-poll alliance possible, 'job no. 1' is to defeat Modi: Rahul Gandhi

A post-poll alliance is 'absolutely' possible after the Lok Sabha elections as all the opposition parties are 'united' in defeating the BJP in the interest of the country, Congress President Rahul Gandhi has said.

Stating that the 'job no. 1' is to defeat Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Gandhi also said secular formations are in place in various states and that BJP will be facing 'strong' opposition candidates all over the country.

"For the entire opposition, the job number one is to defeat Mr Narendra Modi and save Democracy and the Constitution. To stop the BJP from destroying India's institutions and its social fabric. To stimulate growth, propel economy, create jobs, ensure harmony, and address injustice and inequality. In this, we are all united," Gandhi told PTI in an interview.

On whether he foresees a poll outcome which will allow space for a post-poll alliance of opposition parties, the Congress chief said, "Yes, absolutely".

"It is the people of India who are standing up to counter Mr Modi."
About opposition not coming together the way it was envisaged some months ago, he said, "Across India, the opposition is putting up strong candidates to take on the BJP."