With Rajya Sabha elections approaching, the Congress is facing a crucial test of unity in Madhya Pradesh and Jharkhand. In MP, the BJP has intensified the contest by fielding a third candidate, raising concerns about possible cross-voting. To prevent defections, Congress has moved its MLAs to a resort in Karnataka ahead of voting. Meanwhile, in Jharkhand, Independent candidate Parimal Nathwani's bid, backed by the opposition, has sparked speculation over alliance cohesion. As numbers become critical and political maneuvering intensifies, the upcoming Rajya Sabha polls are shaping up to be a major battle of discipline, loyalty and coalition management.