New Delhi, Nov. 14 -- Congress leader Mumtaz Patel on Friday claimed that decision-making power remains concentrated in the hands of a few leaders and grassroots workers are consistently sidelined in her party.

Speaking to ANI, Patel said, "When we know that we are fighting a system like this, which is so powerful, who have complete control, then obviously the Congress party will have to be alert. Those familiar with the ground are not given a chance. Decision-making is concentrated in the hands of a few people."

The Congress leader further claimed that dedicated workers are being ignored within the party despite their loyalty.

"The Congress party has such workers across the country who, regardless of victory or defeat, I always say we...