Amid the political intensity of the Bihar Assembly elections, the 'Voter Rights Campaign' by Rahul Gandhi and Tejashwi Yadav has invigorated the India Bloc's spirits. The campaign started from Gandhi Maidan, Sasaram, where major opposition leaders will march alongside Rahul-Tejashwi in solidarity. Leaders from across North to South India are uniting to raise their voices against the Election Commission and the BJP, showcasing opposition unity.
Congress National General Secretary KC Venugopal stated that the Voter Rights Campaign has evolved into a historic movement against electoral fraud, attracting not only the people of Bihar but all of India. Key leaders from the India Bloc and Congress will join the campaign in the coming weeks.
The campaign has already traversed through Sasaram, Aurangabad, Gaya, Nawada, Nalanda, Sheikhpura, Lakhisarai, Munger, Bhagalpur, Katihar, Purnia, and Araria. Accompanying Rahul-Tejashwi are prominent figures like Priyanka Gandhi, CM MK Stalin, Siddaramaiah, DK Shivakumar, and Akhilesh Yadav.
Rahul-Tejashwi-Priyanka Chemistry
Priyanka Gandhi will join the Voter Rights Campaign alongside Rahul and Tejashwi—her first political venture in Bihar. Priyanka was highly sought after for public meetings in Bihar during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, but her focus was on Wayanad and Uttar Pradesh. Now, she is stepping into Bihar's political arena. On Tuesday, Priyanka will accompany Rahul and Tejashwi in Supaul and Madhubani, followed by a roadshow in Darbhanga and Muzaffarpur on Wednesday to shape the political climate.
Why Priyanka's Bihar Visit is Crucial?
Priyanka Gandhi aims to connect with Bihar's female voters, representing half the electorate. Her visit coincides with the festivals of Chaurchan and Hartalika Teej, celebrated by married women for their spouses' long life. On the same day, Priyanka plans to participate in the 'Voter Rights Campaign' to gain inroads into CM Nitish Kumar's core voter base.
The Congress's plan for Priyanka's visit is strategic. She's set to campaign in areas known as JDU-BJP strongholds to steer the political atmosphere in the alliance's favor. The Congress aims to replicate NDA's electoral wipeout in Shahabad for North Bihar and has a comprehensive strategy to engage women voters, timing Priyanka's visit with significant local festivals.
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On Wednesday, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin will partake in the Voter Rights Campaign alongside Rahul and Tejashwi. Karnataka's CM Siddaramaiah will join on Friday. Karnataka's Deputy CM DK Shivakumar attended the campaign in Araria and highlighted the potential impact of Rahul's campaign as a game-changer for Bihar.
Both MK Stalin and Siddaramaiah are hailed as champions of social justice. In Bihar, where Dalit and OBC voters are pivotal, their participation with Rahul and Tejashwi signifies a strategic push to earn support from these communities.
Rahul-Tejashwi-Akhilesh Trio
SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav will join the campaign on August 30th, enhancing the political alliance with his presence in Siwan and Gopalganj. The trio of Rahul, Tejashwi, and Akhilesh, known for their effective campaign strategies in Uttar Pradesh during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, now prepares to challenge Nitish Kumar's government in the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections with their cohesive political agenda.
Opposition Leaders' Political Conclave
Targeting the Election Commission's comprehensive voter list revision in Bihar, the India Bloc has drawn attention with the 'Voter Rights Campaign'. Launching from Sasaram on August 17, it will conclude at Patna's Gandhi Maidan on September 1. As the campaign progresses, more opposition leaders join, creating a significant political buzz in Bihar's streets.
Leaders of the India Bloc believe the Rahul-Tejashwi campaign has catalyzed political discourse in Bihar. The tour route strategically covers 1300 kilometers from Sasaram to Patna, ensuring maximum district outreach and addressing issues faced by marginalized communities. By stepping onto Bihar's roads, opposition leaders plan to amplify political engagement. Although the participation of leaders like Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren and Himachal CM Sukhu is currently unconfirmed, their presence is anticipated in the Voter Rights Campaign. The swell of public interest has energized political leaders, continuing the advance of the campaign caravan.
