The Congress party has announced Rahul Gandhi as its candidate from Rae Bareli, a decision that has sent ripples through political circles, asserting that the constituency holds more significance than being just a familial legacy.
Jairam Ramesh, Congress General Secretary, elucidated that the selection of Rahul Gandhi for Rae Bareli underwent meticulous deliberation and strategic planning.
"Many people have given different opinions on the news of Rahul Gandhi contesting elections from Rae Bareli. But he is a seasoned player of politics and chess. He makes his moves after careful consideration. The party leadership has taken this decision after a lot of deliberation and strategy," he said.
Ramesh claimed the decision to field Rahul has devastated the BJP, its supporters and sycophants.
"The poor self-proclaimed Chanakya who used to talk about 'traditional seats' is not able to understand what to do now," he said.
The Congress leader said Rae Bareli has not only been Sonia Gandhi's seat but also Indira Gandhi's seat.
"This is not a legacy but a responsibility, a duty," he asserted.
He said as far as the Gandhi family's stronghold is concerned, not just Amethi-Rae Bareli, but the entire country from north to south is the stronghold of the Gandhi family.
Highlighting Rahul Gandhi's political prowess, Ramesh noted his successful electoral track record, spanning Uttar Pradesh and Kerala.
In contrast, he questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's reluctance to contest elections beyond Vindhyachal.
Addressing Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's campaign efforts, Ramesh praised her for vigorously countering Modi's rhetoric and highlighted her role in holding him accountable for his promises.
"Priyanka ji is campaigning vigorously and is alone shutting up Narendra Modi by answering his every lie with the truth. That is why it was necessary that she should not be limited to her constituency only. Priyanka ji will reach Parliament by contesting any by-election," he said.
Turning the spotlight on Smriti Irani, Ramesh criticised her sole association with contesting elections against Rahul Gandhi in Amethi.
He urged Irani to address pertinent local issues rather than resorting to rhetoric.
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