Hardik Patel New Delhi: The Congress on Thursday expressed confidence about winning the support of the Hardik Patel-led Patidar Anamat Andolan Samiti (PAAS) despite failing to clinch a deal at a late-night meeting. Congress leaders refused to divulge the exact proposals but said the existing OBC quota will not be disturbed. They admitted that Patidar (Patel) leaders insisted on OBC status, which looked difficult. PAAS convener Dinesh Bambhania, who led the delegation in the absence of Hardik, also said the Congress demonstrated the "political will" to accommodate their demands. The Congress knows there is no need to make outlandish commitments as Hardik has few political options at this juncture.

Source: The Telegraph November 09, 2017 20:37 UTC