Rahul Gandhi, a prominent figure in the Indian National Congress and a member of the Gandhi family, is spearheading an alliance of opposition parties aiming to challenge Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership.
Gandhi, the son of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, comes from a lineage of influential political figures in India. His grandmother, Indira Gandhi, was the country's first female leader, and his great-grandfather, Jawaharlal Nehru, served as India's founding prime minister.
Recognized for his star power and name recognition, Gandhi is viewed as one of the few opposition leaders capable of standing against Modi. However, some analysts question his leadership abilities despite his political pedigree.
In a notable move to connect with voters, Gandhi embarked on a 6,713-kilometer (4,200-mile) walk across India, commencing in Manipur, a state plagued by violence. During this journey, he highlighted critical issues such as poverty, unemployment, diversity, and democracy.
Despite Gandhi's efforts to engage with the electorate, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), led by Modi, has largely dominated the campaign discourse, maintaining a strong presence in the political narrative.
