WAYANAD SEAT
Kerala Class 11 seat row: Student unions continue protest against state government
Members of KSU and MSF in Kerala protested against alleged plus-one seat shortage in the northern Malabar region, leading to violent clashes in some areas. The Congress-affiliated KSU and Indian Union Muslim League's MSF organized marches criticising the Left government. The protests included stone-pelting and clashes with police in Kollam, with similar demonstrations in Kozhikode, Wayanad, and Malappuram districts. The government denies a crisis, citing vacant seats post-admissions, amid criticism after a student's suicide over seat anxiety.
Rahul Gandhi pens emotional letter to people of Wayanad, says their unconditional love protected him
Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has written an emotional letter to the people of Wayanad, the constituency he is giving up to represent Rae Bareli in the Lok Sabha. He expressed gratitude for the unconditional love and support they have shown him during his daily abuse. Rahul has won both Wayanad and Rae Bareli Lok Sabha constituencies and must vacate one seat within 14 days of the Lok Sabha results.
Rahul Gandhi resigns from Wayanad seat of Lok Sabha; Speaker accepts
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi resigned from Wayanad seat of Lok Sabha, said the official notification. The development comes after Congress appointed Priyanka Gandhi Vadra to run Wayanad bypolls after Rahul Gandhi announced decision to vacate the Lok Sabha seat.
'Symbol of dynasticism': BJP on Priyanka Gandhi Vadra making electoral debut from Wayanad
BJP criticizes Congress for dynastic politics as Rahul Gandhi vacates Wayanad seat for Priyanka Gandhi Vadra to contest from Rae Bareli.
BJP continues to take jibe at Congress over Priyanka Gandhi's candidature in Wayanad
The BJP in Kerala criticized the Congress for fielding Priyanka Gandhi in Wayanad, suggesting her husband Robert Vadra might contest in Palakkad. BJP leaders accused the Congress of serving the Nehru-Gandhi family's interests. In response, Congress leaders defended Priyanka's candidacy, stating she would be welcomed in Kerala. The Congress announced Rahul Gandhi would retain Rae Bareli and Priyanka would contest from Wayanad. This decision sparked political debate, with the BJP questioning the Congress's motives and strategy in the state.
Wayanad LS by-poll: CPI to field candidate
The CPI announced it will field a candidate against Priyanka Gandhi Vadra in the Wayanad Lok Sabha by-poll, asserting its commitment to contesting the seat. CPI's Binoy Viswam clarified that the decision is in line with the LDF's stance against supporting the BJP. He also questioned the need for the Congress to bring Rahul Gandhi to Wayanad if they planned to vacate the seat. The CPI's move adds a new dynamic to the upcoming by-poll in Wayanad.
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Congress needs to decide who is their 'biggest enemy': Annie Raja on Priyanka's bid for Wayanad
CPI leader Annie Raja questioned whether Congress leaders see communal-fascist forces or Left parties as their biggest enemy, amid Priyanka Gandhi being named as the candidate for the Wayanad seat vacated by Rahul Gandhi.
Rahul Gandhi informs Lok Sabha Speaker's office about retaining Raebareli seat
Earlier on Monday, Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge announced Priyanka Gandhi's candidature from Wayanad at a special press conference. If Priyanka Gandhi wins from Wayanad, three members of the Nehru-Gandhi family will be in Parliament - Sonia Gandhi in Rajya Sabha and Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi in the Lok Sabha.
Congress in Kerala welcomes Priyanka Gandhi to Wayanad
On Monday, the Kerala unit of the Congress party warmly received Priyanka Gandhi Vadra in Wayanad, expressing strong confidence in her potential to achieve a significant victory margin in the upcoming bypolls for this high-range constituency. The state unit's response followed an announcement by party leader Mallikarjun Kharge in New Delhi, stating that Rahul Gandhi will retain the Rae Bareli Lok Sabha seat in Uttar Pradesh and vacate the Wayanad seat for his sister Priyanka Gandhi Vadra to contest.
"Right political decision": Congress' Pramod Tiwari lauds Rahul Gandhi's decision to retain Rae Bareli seat
Congress leader Pramod Tiwari praised Rahul Gandhi's decision to retain the Rae Bareli Lok Sabha seat in Uttar Pradesh, calling it the "right political decision." Tiwari thanked the Congress party and Rahul Gandhi for respecting Uttar Pradesh's mandate. He expressed confidence in Priyanka Gandhi Vadra winning from Wayanad by a significant margin. Congress workers celebrated in Rae Bareli following Rahul Gandhi's decision. Priyanka Gandhi confirmed her candidature from Wayanad and expressed her continued commitment to Amethi and Rae Bareli. Rahul Gandhi's decision to retain Rae Bareli led to the by-election in Wayanad.
Wayanad seat for Priyanka Gandhi as Rahul retains Raebareli
As the rules allow an MP to represent only one seat in the Lok Sabha, Gandhi had to announce his pick and tender resignation from the other seat by Tuesday. Party chief Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi also hinted at the latter being open to becoming Lok Sabha's leader of the Opposition, as recently requested by the Congress Working Committee (CWC).
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra: Congress party's new talisman who is set to make her electoral debut from Wayanad
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, since entering active politics in 2019, was initially considered a contender against Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Varanasi and a potential successor to Sonia Gandhi in Rae Bareli. However, the Congress has chosen to field her from Wayanad, a seat held by her brother Rahul for two terms. Priyanka, 52, expressed her readiness to represent Wayanad, affirming her enduring connection with Rae Bareli. Her candidacy marks a significant move for the Gandhi family, aiming to secure a third member in Parliament alongside her mother Sonia. Her impactful campaigning in the 2024 elections has solidified her role as a key figure within the Congress party.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi retains Raebareli Lok Sabha seat; Priyanka Gandhi to contest from Wayanad
Following a crucial meeting at the Congress Chief's residence, the party announced on Monday that Rahul Gandhi is poised to maintain his hold on the Raebareli seat. The leader will be relinquishing his seat in Wayanad. Addressing the media, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge revealed that Priyanka Gandhi Vadra will be entering the electoral fray from the Wayanad Lok Sabha seat vacated by Rahul Gandhi.
Congress top brass hold discussions to decide on Rahul Gandhi's Lok Sabha seat: Sources
Congress' top leadership, including Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, discussed whether Rahul should vacate his Wayanad or Rae Bareli seat and take up the position of Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha.
Raebareli or Wayanad? Rahul Gandhi keeps voters in suspense
“Many people are speculating - Wayanad or Raebareli? Everybody knows the answer to this question except myself, but don’t worry, both Wayanad and Raebareli will be happy with my decision,” Gandhi said.
NDA govt at Centre 'crippled'; opposition dealt fatal blow to BJP: Rahul Gandhi
"The truth is, what we have today is a crippled government (at the Centre). It has been beaten so badly by the INDIA bloc that it cannot walk straight. It is certainly not a government which is capable of leading the country," he said at a public meeting at Kalpetta in Wayanad district of the state.
KPCC chief Sudhakaran hints Rahul Gandhi will relinquish Wayanad LS seat
At a public event organised here for Gandhi to thank his supporters, Sudhakaran hinted that the Wayanad MP would give up his seat here, saying, "We should not be saddened as Rahul Gandhi who is supposed to lead the nation cannot be expected to remain in Wayanad."
Rahul Gandhi: In dilemma on whether to retain Wayanad or Rae Bareli Lok Sabha seat
This marks his inaugural visit to the state following his landslide victory in the Wayanad Lok Sabha constituency for the second consecutive term. Gandhi indirectly criticised Narendra Modi, suggesting that unlike the Prime Minister, he doesn't claim to receive divine guidance on decision-making.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi holds road show in Kerala
Congress leader and two-time winner of the Wayanad Lok Sabha seat, Rahul Gandhi, conducted a road show in the district, marking his first visit to the state after the election results. Thousands of UDF supporters lined the route at Edavanna. He received a warm welcome from party members and workers at Kozhikode airport.
Raebareli or Wayanad: Which seat is Rahul Gandhi keeping? Here's what KC Venugopal has to say
Rahul Gandhi has yet to decide whether to retain his seat in Rae Bareli, Uttar Pradesh, or Wayanad, Kerala, with a decision expected in the next 3-4 days, according to Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal. The Congress Working Committee (CWC) passed a resolution for Gandhi to be appointed as the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha. The extended CWC meeting in Delhi praised Gandhi's election campaign efforts.
LS polls: Rahul Gandhi has to resign within two weeks from one of two seats he won, says expert
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi must resign from one of the two seats he won in the recent Lok Sabha elections within two weeks, as per constitutional provisions.
Rahul Gandhi wins Rae Bareli and Wayanad. What laws say about contesting two seats in the Lok Sabha Elections?
Contesting for two seats is not uncommon in Indian elections. Historically, former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee contested from Lucknow and Gandhinagar constituencies in the 1996 general elections. He won both seats but chose to retain the Lucknow seat, necessitating a by-election in Gandhinagar.
Wayanad doesn't disappoint Rahul Gandhi: Will Congress scion choose Kerala seat over Rae Bareli
Rahul Gandhi won the Wayanad Lok Sabha seat with a significant margin. The constituency comprises tribal, Muslim-dominated, and Christian-influenced areas.
Lok Sabha Results: Can Rahul Gandhi become MP from Rae Bareli and Wayanad if he wins both seats?
The counting of votes for the Lok Sabha Elections, which started on April 19 and concluded on June 1 after seven phases, are being held on June 4. Early trends updated at 10:30 am showed that the BJP-led NDA was leading even as the Opposition's INDIA bloc gained momentum. According to Times Now, NDA at 10:30 am was leading with 296 seats while the INDIA bloc had 217 seats.
Rahul Gandhi files nomination from Rae Bareli seat
Rahul Gandhi, a leader of the Congress party, submitted his nomination in Rae Bareli on Friday, shortly after declaring his candidacy in the important constituency. The party leader was accompanied by his sister and the general secretary of the Congress party, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, as well as Sonia Gandhi, the sitting MP of Rae Bareli.
Rahul Gandhi ashamed of IUML support, hence its flags absent in roadshow: Union Minister Smriti Irani
The Union Minister for Women and Child Development, who had defeated Gandhi in Amethi in the 2019 general elections, said if he was ashamed of the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), he should reject their support. She also said she was shocked that he had allegedly accepted support of Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI), the political arm of the banned Popular Front of India (PFI).
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