SONIA GANDHI ADDRESSES GATHERING AT CPP MEETING IN NEW DELHI

Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP) Chairperson Sonia Gandhi said the party’s numbers in Parliament have increased significantly. Addressing the gathering at the CPP meeting in New Delhi, Ms. Gandhi said that not only is Congress a large contingent in the Lok Sabha, but it is also bolstered by the strength of I.N.D.I.A bloc partners. She said the Bharat Jodo Yatra and the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra were historic movements that rejuvenated the party at all levels. We have challenging times ahead. We have to be alert to prevent any attempts to increase polarization and erosion of secular and democratic values. This is a renewed opportunity for us as a party that established parliamentary democracy in our country to bring parliamentary politics back on track to where they legitimately belong.

In this election, the people have voted decisively to reject the politics of divisiveness and authoritarianism. They have voted to strengthen parliamentary politics and safeguard our Constitution. They have voted for the agenda of economic and social justice that indeed should continue to be our objective and guide. Friends, this is a very emotional moment for me, for us all, especially the newly elected members of the Parliament. All I have to say is that I have received so much love and affection from you. So let me close with the assurance to you all that I will do my best and more to fulfil the trust and confidence you have continued to place in me. (With inputs from agencies)