Newsletter, 11th December to 31st December, with a portrait of Rahul Gandhi

DR. MANMOHAN SINGH A LEADER IN HIS OWN LEAGUE

Black-and-white portrait of Dr. Manmohan Singh above a tricolour-draped casket covered in flowers, with Rahul Gandhi standing beside it, hands folded

DR. MANMOHAN SINGH

A LEADER IN HIS OWN LEAGUE

Dr. Manmohan Singh ji led India with immense wisdom and integrity. He transformed the Indian economy, built a thriving middle class, and lifted crores of Indians out of poverty. His humility, dedication, and contribution to India's development remain unparalleled.

I have lost a mentor and guide, and the country has lost one of its tallest leaders and statesmen. He will forever live in our hearts as the leader who gave India the power to dream, and laid the foundation for us to achieve those dreams.

Collage of photographs of Dr. Manmohan Singh through the years, including moments with Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi in a white shirt holding up a copy of the Constitution in one hand and the Manusmriti in the other, against a red block

THEBATTLEBETWEENTHE CONSTITUTIONAND MANUSMRITI

During the Lok Sabha discussion commemorating 75 years of the Constitution, Rahul Gandhi addressed the ongoing battle between the Constitution and the Manusmriti. He highlighted how the BJP is attacking the Constitution.

“Just as Dronacharya took Ekalavya's thumb, you are taking away the future of India's youth...You are cutting off the opportunities of all fair businesses that work honestly when you help Adani.”

Rahul Gandhi

Video thumbnail: Rahul Gandhi holding up the Constitution during the live debate on the Constitution in the 18th Lok Sabha, 14 December 2024 WATCH THE FULL SPEECH
Rahul Gandhi in a blue polo shirt holding a framed portrait of Babasaheb Ambedkar during the protest

On December 17, 2024, Home Minister Amit Shah insulted Babasaheb Ambedkar in the Rajya Sabha. The Congress Party and the INDIA bloc protested these offensive comments and called for Shah's resignation.

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MURDEREDFOR DEFENDINGTHE CONSTITUTION

Rahul Gandhi in a blue shirt placing marigold flowers at a garlanded portrait of Somnath Suryavanshi, on a red band

Rahul Gandhi visited Parbhani, Maharashtra, to pay his respects to the family of Somnath Suryavanshi, who was murdered for defending the Constitution. Somnath was killed in police custody after participating in protests against the desecration of the Constitution. Rahul Gandhi gave his condolences to the family who had lost their brave son.

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EVENT IN FOCUS

Video thumbnail: Rahul Gandhi at a vegetable market in Delhi, talking with shoppers among stalls of cauliflower, cucumbers and greens WATCH FULL VIDEO HERE

FOOD PRICES SOAR,GOVERNMENT SNORES

Rahul Gandhi visited a sabzi mandi in Delhi to discuss one of the biggest issues facing the country: inflation. Customers at the mandi told him that their household expenses keep rising while their salaries remain stagnant. Over tea with a group of homemakers, he discussed the challenges they face in running their households.

SNAPSHOT SHOWCASE

Rahul Gandhi sitting with the family of the Hathras victim inside their home; the family members' faces are pixelated DEMANDING THE RELOCATION OF THE FAMILY OF THE HATHRAS RAPE AND MURDER VICTIM.
Rahul Gandhi seated with the All India Bank Officers Confederation delegation in a Parliament meeting room Meeting the delegation of All India Bank Officers Confederation in Parliament. Rahul Gandhi with children in Santa hats and members of the Indian Christians Parliamentarians Council at a Christmas celebration in Delhi Celebrating Christmas with the Indian Christians Parliamentarians Council in Delhi. Rahul Gandhi and Congress leaders on stage at the Nava Satyagraha Baithak in Belgaum, with a portrait of Mahatma Gandhi behind them Commemorating the centenary of Mahatma Gandhi's presidency of the 39th session of the Indian National Congress held in Belgaum in 1924

A Look Back at2024

Map of India tracing the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra route from Imphal to Mumbai, above a collage of Rahul Gandhi meeting people along the way

BHARAT JODO NYAY YATRA

FIGHTING FOR JUSTICE FROM MANIPUR TO MUMBAI

From January to March Rahul Gandhi led the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra (BJNY) - a march for justice - from Manipur to Mumbai.

This 3-month and 6,600 km long yatra focused on bringing socio-economic and political justice to the 90%. During the BJNY, Rahul Gandhi unveiled 'Paanch Nyay' - five pillars of justice for youth, women, farmers, workers, and marginalised communities - which lay the blueprint for India's future.

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Rahul Gandhi speaking at a podium; below, Congress leaders P. Chidambaram, Sonia Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi and K. C. Venugopal holding up copies of the Nyay Patra manifesto

LOK SABHA2024

THE ELECTION THAT SAVEDTHE CONSTITUTION

The 2024 Lok Sabha election was no ordinary election—it was not just a contest against the BJP but also the entire central-government machinery. Despite frozen bank accounts and imprisoned chief ministers, INDIA fought fearlessly to save the Constitution. The Congress party championed the issues affecting the youth, farmers, women, Dalits, Adivasis, OBCs, minorities, and workers. The poor and marginalised communities stood with INDIA to save the Constitution and democracy.

Watch some of Rahul Gandhi's rallies from across the country

Video thumbnail: Rahul Gandhi at the Nyay Patra manifesto launch rally, 6 April, HyderabadNyay Patra, Congress Manifesto Launch Rally in Hyderabad, Telangana Video thumbnail: Rahul Gandhi at a public meeting on the urban employment guarantee, 3 May, PunePublic Meeting in Pune, Maharashtra Video thumbnail: Rahul Gandhi with Akhilesh Yadav and Priyanka Gandhi at a joint public meeting, 17 May, RaebareliPublic Meeting in Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh
Rahul Gandhi sitting cross-legged with a cobbler in his roadside workshop, listening as the cobbler speaks

LISTENING TOTHE PEOPLE OFINDIA

After the 2024 Lok Sabha election, Rahul Gandhi continued to meet with diverse communities across India to understand and address their concerns. From meeting Kashmiri girl students to Wayanad landslide victims, Manipur violence survivors, and NEET aspirants-he has traveled nationwide to listen and amplify people's issues.

Watch some of these moving interactions

Video thumbnail: Rahul Gandhi sitting with a cobbler at his roadside stall in SultanpurRepairing shoes with a Mochi in Sultanpur, UP Video thumbnail: Rahul Gandhi with a group of NEET aspirants in a libraryListening to the demands of NEET aspirants Video thumbnail: Rahul Gandhi seated outdoors with Kashmiri women studentsSpeaking with Kashmiri female students Video thumbnail: Rahul Gandhi consoling survivors of the Manipur violenceMeeting with Manipur violence survivors Video thumbnail: Rahul Gandhi walking with locomotive pilots at a railway yardDiscussing railway issues with Locopilots Video thumbnail: Rahul Gandhi meeting survivors of the Wayanad landslideMeeting with Wayanad landslide victims
Rahul Gandhi smiling and holding up a red copy of the Constitution of India above a pair of microphones

RAISING THEVOICE OFTHE PEOPLEIN PARLIAMENT

As Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi raised key issues including unemployment, MSP, paper leaks, Manipur, the Caste Census, and religious intolerance. In his inaugural speech, he challenged the BJP's politics of hatred while championing non-violence. His budget speech highlighted how the government had trapped the 90% while benefiting a select few.

Watch Rahul Gandhi's major speeches of 2024 in Parliament

Video thumbnail: Rahul Gandhi holding up a picture while speaking in the Lok Sabha as Leader of OppositionFirst speech as LoP Video thumbnail: Rahul Gandhi speaking on the Budget, with the chakravyuh graphic beside himSpeech on the Budget
Rahul Gandhi waving, in a pale pink polo shirt States Visited 25

2024IN NUMBERS

  • Speeches in Parliament 15
  • Press Conferences 17
  • Official/Party Events 40+
  • Rallies 200+
  • Group Interactions 260+
  • Km on Yatra 6,600+