Congress MP Rahul Gandhi and Congress President Malikarjun Kharge paid tribute to former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on her 103rd birth anniversary at Shakti Sthal in New Delhi. Gandhi took to social media to share heartfelt memories of his grandmother and expressed how she continues to be a source of strength and inspiration. Indira Gandhi, India's first and only woman prime minister, is remembered as a fearless leader and pioneer of economic and social reforms in the country.
Political leaders, including PM Modi and Congress president Rahul Gandhi, paid tribute to the former Prime Minister, remembering her as an embodiment of strength and resilience. Indira Gandhi's transformative leadership and patriotism are still sources of inspiration for many. Her birth anniversary is a reminder of her contributions to India's progress and development.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi responded to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's accusation that he was showing a blank copy of the Constitution at his rallies by saying that it is "blank for him because he has never read it in his life." Speaking at rallies in Nandurbar and Nanded, Gandhi also criticized Modi's policies, including the recent loan waivers for the rich but not for the poor and farmers. He also took a dig at the prime minister for not visiting strife-torn Manipur and defended the red cover of the Constitution, saying it's the contents that matter.
As India prepares to celebrate Guru Nanak Jayanti, a bank holiday has been announced in various states in honor of the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism. Congress Leader Rahul Gandhi also took to social media to pay his respects and share his thoughts on the significance of Guru Nanak's teachings of unity and service. He also wished everyone a happy Guru Purnima, commemorating the day with a traditional greeting and message of goodwill.
At a BJP rally in Jharkhand's Palamu, Union Home Minister Amit Shah accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of showing a "fake" copy of the Constitution, void of any content and with "Constitution of India" written on the cover, in order to mock the sacred document and its makers. Shah also accused Congress of trying to take away reservations from OBCs, tribals, and Dalits and give it to minorities, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi has declared 26 November as Constitution Day.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of insulting the Constitution by showing a "fake" copy of it. He also claimed that the BJP will never allow Congress to implement reservations for minorities. Shah alleged that Congress was "hell-bent" on snatching reservations from OBCs, tribals, and Dalits and "planned to give it to minorities." He also warned Gandhi that even his fourth-generation cannot bring back Article 370 in Kashmir. Additionally, Shah attacked the JMM-led government in Jharkhand, calling it the "most corrupt government" in the country.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, while addressing a rally in Jharkhand's Simdega, pledged to raise the reservation cap above 50 per cent if his party is re-elected to power. He also accused PM Narendra Modi of waiving loans for wealthy capitalists while neglecting the debts of farmers. Rahul Gandhi further targeted the BJP and their ideology, stating that they want to run the country with only a few individuals and disregard the majority's voices.
Priyanka Gandhi's husband Robert Vadra expressed his happiness at her decision to enter the electoral battle from Wayanad, saying that she would work hard for herself and for the people. He also praised Priyanka's dedication towards her family and the country. Vadra also addressed his own political prospects, stating that he would make a decision if the people wanted him to enter active politics. Priyanka's massive roadshow in Kalpetta and her filing of nominations for the bypoll were also highlighted.
After decades of campaigning for her party colleagues and family members, Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra will be making her electoral debut in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections by contesting as the UDF candidate from the Wayanad constituency in Kerala. Accompanied by her brother and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka filed her nomination with gratitude towards Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge. This decision was made after Rahul resigned from his other seat in the 2024 elections, with Wayanad having previously saved his electoral defeat to Smriti Irani in Amethi in 2019.
Navya Haridas, a candidate for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the upcoming Wayanad by-election, has expressed confidence in her chances of defeating Congress candidate Priyanka Gandhi. Haridas emphasized the lack of attention and representation that Wayanad has received over the past five years, citing Rahul Gandhi's infrequent visits. She also stated that if elected, Gandhi's presence would not make a difference for the people of Wayanad. Haridas is contesting against Gandhi and Left Democratic Front's (LDF) candidate, Sathyan Mokeri, and is a two-time Kozhikode Corporation councillor.