Rahul Gandhi Newsletter, 11 December to 31 December 2024

Newsletter, 11th Dec to 31st Dec, with a portrait of Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi pays his respects at Dr. Manmohan Singh's flower-covered bier, with a portrait of Dr. Singh above and the Indian tricolour behind

DR. MANMOHAN SINGHA 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.

A collage of moments between Rahul Gandhi and Dr. Manmohan Singh over the years

Rahul Gandhi in the Lok Sabha holding up the Constitution of India and a copy of the Manusmriti

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: Rahul Gandhi's speech in the debate on the Constitution in the 18th Lok Sabha, 14 December 2024WATCH THE FULL SPEECH
Rahul Gandhi holding a portrait of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar during the protest in Parliament

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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MURDERED FOR DEFENDING THE CONSTITUTION

Murdered for defending the Constitution — Rahul Gandhi garlands a portrait of Somnath Suryavanshi in Parbhani, Maharashtra

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: Rahul Gandhi talking to shoppers and vendors at a sabzi mandi in DelhiWATCH 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.


SNAPSHOTSHOWCASE

Rahul Gandhi sitting with the family of the Hathras rape and murder victim at their homeDEMANDING THE RELOCATION OF THE FAMILY OF THE HATHRAS RAPE AND MURDER VICTIM.

A Look Back at2024

Map of the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra route from Manipur to Mumbai, with photographs of Rahul Gandhi meeting people along the way

BHARAT JODO NYAY YATRAFIGHTING 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 rally, with Congress leaders launching the Nyay Patra manifesto

LOK SABHA2024THE 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


Rahul Gandhi sitting with a cobbler at his roadside stall in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh

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


Rahul Gandhi holding up a copy of the Constitution of India in the Lok Sabha

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

2024IN NUMBERS

  • Speeches in Parliament15
  • Press Conferences17
  • Official/Party Events40+
  • States Visited25
  • Rallies200+
  • Group Interactions260+
  • Km on Yatra6,600+