{"id":2514,"date":"2024-09-04T17:44:44","date_gmt":"2024-09-04T12:14:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/?p=2514"},"modified":"2026-02-26T00:42:32","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T19:12:32","slug":"rahul-gandhis-inclusive-vision-draws-youngsters-to-congress-rally-at-dooru-in-anantnag1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/rahul-gandhis-inclusive-vision-draws-youngsters-to-congress-rally-at-dooru-in-anantnag1\/","title":{"rendered":"Rahul Gandhi\u2019s Inclusive Vision Draws Youngsters to Congress Rally at Dooru in Anantnag"},"content":{"rendered":"

Dooru, Anantnag, September 4, 2024<\/em>\u00a0\u2013 The picturesque town of Dooru in Anantnag district witnessed an unprecedented gathering of enthusiastic youngsters as Congress leader Rahul Gandhi addressed a rally ahead of the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections. The rally, held at the local sports stadium, was marked by a palpable sense of excitement and hope, as young voters flocked to hear Gandhi\u2019s message of inclusiveness and unity.<\/p>\n

A Vision of Inclusiveness<\/h3>\n

Rahul Gandhi\u2019s speech resonated deeply with the youth, many of whom were attending their first political rally. His emphasis on inclusiveness and compassion struck a chord with the audience, particularly in a region that has experienced significant political and social turmoil. Gandhi\u2019s message was clear: the Congress party stands for unity and equality, transcending religious and regional divides.<\/p>\n

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Rahul Gandhi\u2019s Inclusive Vision Draws Youngsters to Congress Rally at Dooru in Anantnag<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Nayeem Ahmad Dar, a 22-year-old postgraduate student from Sangam in Anantnag, expressed his admiration for Gandhi\u2019s vision. \u201cI\u2019m here for Rahul Gandhi. He talks about inclusiveness. He would not differentiate between a Hindu and a Muslim and treats everybody equally,\u201d Dar said.\u00a0This sentiment was echoed by many others in the crowd, who appreciated Gandhi\u2019s efforts to bridge divides and promote harmony.<\/p>\n

The Legacy of Bharat Jodo Yatra<\/h3>\n

The rally at Dooru was a continuation of the momentum generated by Gandhi\u2019s Bharat Jodo Yatra, which culminated in South Kashmir in January 2023. The yatra, a nationwide campaign aimed at uniting people across different regions and communities, left a lasting impact on the youth of Kashmir.\u00a0The slogan \u201cNafrat ke bazaar mein mohabbat ki dukaan\u201d (A shop of love in the market of hate) became a rallying cry for many young voters who were inspired by Gandhi\u2019s message of love and compassion.<\/p>\n

Fayaz Ahmad, a postgraduate in economics from Kokernag, highlighted the significance of the Bharat Jodo Yatra in shaping his political views. \u201cAfter assessing what different parties have to offer, I\u2019ve come to the conclusion that the Congress has an inclusive vision and behind that vision is Rahul Gandhi.\u00a0He wants to bring the nation together and take it forward,\u201d Ahmad said<\/a>.<\/p>\n

A United Front<\/h3>\n

The Congress party is contesting the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections in alliance with the National Conference. This strategic partnership aims to present a united front against the ruling parties and address the pressing issues faced by the people of the region. The alliance has finalized a seat-sharing arrangement, with the Congress contesting 32 seats and the National Conference contesting 51 seats.\u00a0Additionally, two seats have been left for allies, the CPI (M) and Panthers Party.<\/p>\n

Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress former president Ghulam Ahmad Mir, who is also an ex-minister, is contesting from the Dooru seat. Mir\u2019s candidacy has garnered significant support from the local population, who view him as a seasoned politician capable of addressing their concerns.\u00a0He faces competition from PDP\u2019s Mohammad Ashraf Malik, a retired district and sessions judge.<\/p>\n

Addressing Local Issues<\/h3>\n

The rally at Dooru also provided a platform for addressing local issues that have long been neglected. Unemployment, a major concern for the youth in the region, was a key focus of Gandhi\u2019s speech. He emphasized the need for job creation and economic development to provide better opportunities for the younger generation.\u00a0\u201cWe need to create an environment where our youth can thrive and contribute to the nation\u2019s progress,\u201d Gandhi said.<\/p>\n

Sanjay Koul, a Kashmiri Pandit whose family has been associated with the Congress since 1947, highlighted the importance of addressing local issues. \u201cThe success of those supporting Jammu and Kashmir\u2019s special status and protesting the suppression is important.\u00a0We need representatives in every forum, including Parliament,\u201d Koul said.<\/p>\n

The Road Ahead<\/h3>\n

As the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections approach, the Congress party is ramping up its campaign efforts. Rahul Gandhi\u2019s rally at Dooru is just the beginning of a series of events aimed at galvanizing support across the region.\u00a0The party has planned multiple rallies and roadshows, with prominent leaders like Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge set to join the campaign.<\/p>\n

The upcoming elections are seen as a crucial test for the Congress party, which is striving to reclaim its dominance in the region. The party\u2019s focus on local issues, coupled with its message of inclusiveness and unity, has struck a chord with many voters. The youth, in particular, are drawn to Gandhi\u2019s vision of a united and prosperous India.<\/p>\n

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Dooru, Anantnag, September 4, 2024\u00a0\u2013 The picturesque town of Dooru in Anantnag district witnessed an unprecedented gathering of enthusiastic youngsters as Congress leader Rahul Gandhi addressed a rally ahead of the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections. The rally, held at the local sports stadium, was marked by a palpable sense of excitement and hope, […]<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2515,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[28,12,4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2514","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-article","category-home","category-trending"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2514","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2514"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2514\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2516,"href":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2514\/revisions\/2516"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2515"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2514"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2514"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2514"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}