Chicago – October 23, 2024
At a public meeting in Kalpetta, Wayanad, former MP Rahul Gandhi spoke warmly about the local people, highlighting their support during his tenure. He introduced his sister, Priyanka Gandhi, who is running for the Lok Sabha bypoll in Wayanad. Rahul Gandhi expressed his deep connection with the region and asked the community to extend the same care and protection to Priyanka as they did for him.
Priyanka Gandhi participated in a large roadshow before filing her nomination, where she was joined by Rahul, their mother Sonia Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, and KC Venugopal from the Congress leadership. During her speech, Priyanka echoed her brother’s sentiments about the support from the Wayanad community.
Rahul Gandhi, who referred to himself as the “unofficial MP” of Wayanad, promised to continue being involved in local issues. He emphasized his ongoing commitment to the region, despite not holding an official position.
Priyanka Gandhi is set to compete against LDF’s Sathyan Mokeri and BJP’s Navya Haridas in the election. Voting for the Wayanad Lok Sabha seat is scheduled for November 13.
