Rahul Gandhi vows to defend constitution, push for caste census in Jamshedpur
Key Points:
– Rahul Gandhi campaigns for Congress candidate Banna Gupta
– Accuses BJP of trying to change India’s constitution
– Commits to passing caste census bill in Lok Sabha
JAMSHEDPUR – Congress MP Rahul Gandhi addressed a large rally in Jamshedpur on Saturday, campaigning for Banna Gupta, Congress candidate for the Jamshedpur West Assembly seat.
Speaking to thousands, Gandhi sharply criticized the BJP and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing the party of attempting to undermine the constitution.
Gandhi stated, “BJP aims to alter the constitution, but Congress and the INDIA alliance will prevent it."
He emphasized Congress’s commitment to protecting the constitution, highlighting his Bharat Jodo Yatra, which connected people across India from Kashmir to Kanyakumari.
According to Gandhi, BJP’s politics foster division, but Congress is determined to counter these efforts with unity.
The Congress leader also issued an open challenge to Prime Minister Modi on the issue of caste census, pledging to see it through in the Lok Sabha.
“I am not afraid of the Prime Minister. I am committed to getting the caste census bill passed,” he declared, underscoring his dedication to the issue.
Gandhi called on voters to support the INDIA alliance in Jharkhand to ensure a government that stands by the constitution’s principles and counters divisive politics.
His address in Jamshedpur marks a key moment in the Congress campaign, as he rallies support for coalition goals ahead of critical assembly elections in the state.
