Priyanka Gandhi to make poll debut from Wayanad, Rahul Gandhi retains Rae Bareli

New Delhi : Rahul Gandhi has decided to retain Rae Bareli constituency, while Priyanka Gandhi will make her debut in the polls from Wayanad seat.

The decision was made after a meeting was held at a residence of Congress party chief Mallikarjun Kharge’s residence.

The two week deadline to make a choice following the announcement of Lok Sabha Election results was scheduled to end by Tuesday (June 4).

Rahul Gandhi expressed his deep emotional connection with the people of Raebareli and Wayanad, sharing his positive experiences representing Wayanad in Parliament over the past five years. He announced that Priyanka Gandhi will run for election in Wayanad, confidently stating she will win. He also assured that he will remain a frequent visitor to the constituency and that his door will always be open to the people of Wayanad.

Priyanka Gandhi, on the other hand, shared her happiness about the opportunity to contest the elections and represent Wayanad. She assured the people of Wayanad that she would ensure they do not feel Rahul Gandhi's absence. She also mentioned her long-standing association with Raebareli and Amethi and affirmed her commitment to continue working there. Priyanka added that she is not nervous about her electoral debut.

For those who are unaware, a candidate is allowed to contest Lok Sabha Elections from two seats, but after winning he/she can hold only one and vacate the other seat.

Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi and AICC general secretary KC Venugopal participated in the meeting, convened at Kharge’s residence in New Delhi at 5 pm. The party is expected to declare their decision officially after informing the Election Commission on Tuesday.