Jaipur, June 12: Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has supported a suggestion by Sanjay Raut that regional parties which originated from the Congress should consider reuniting with the party and rallying behind Rahul Gandhi.
Gehlot said the current political situation calls for greater opposition unity to safeguard democratic values.
Ashok Gehlot Backs Congress Reunion Call
Speaking on opposition coordination, Gehlot said there was merit in Sanjay Raut’s proposal and argued that parties formed after splitting from the Congress should reflect on the larger national interest.
He stated that opposition parties should work together to strengthen democracy and present a united front before the country.
Gehlot also said the INDIA bloc should project a clear leadership face and suggested that a unified endorsement of Rahul Gandhi could strengthen the opposition’s political position.
According to him, voters increasingly view national politics as a contest between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Rahul Gandhi. He said a common leadership message from opposition parties could influence electoral dynamics.
However, Gehlot clarified that his remarks did not apply to parties with independent political origins. He cited the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray), Communist Party of India (Marxist), Communist Party of India, and Samajwadi Party as parties with distinct political traditions.
Ashok Gehlot Calls for Youth Participation in Politics
The Congress veteran also expressed concern over what he described as challenges facing democratic institutions and urged political parties to work together to protect democratic values.
Addressing young people, Gehlot encouraged students and professionals to participate actively in politics based on ideological convictions.
He said future generations would be judged by their contribution to public life and urged youth to engage in the democratic process and nation building.
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