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Rahul Gandhi hosts Diwali celebration for Congress party leadership
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi brought together over 100 senior party members for a pre-Diwali gathering in New Delhi. The event took place amid ongoing political tensions surrounding electoral allegations within the opposition party.
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Rahul Gandhi personally greeted more than 100 Congress leaders at the Diwali celebration, moving between tables to interact with attendees and extend festive wishes, according to party sources. The gathering brought together senior Congress functionaries ahead of the Hindu festival of lights, providing a platform for the party hierarchy to connect informally.
The celebratory event underscores efforts by the Congress leadership to maintain party cohesion and morale during a challenging political period. Such gatherings serve as important occasions for the opposition party to strengthen internal bonds and demonstrate unity to the broader organization.
The timing of the celebration comes as the Congress party navigates internal discussions and external political scrutiny. The party has been addressing various challenges within its organizational structure while maintaining its role as a key opposition voice in Indian politics.