Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi is scheduled to visit Dehradun on July 17 to interact with students and young people as part of the party's nationwide 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' campaign. The initiative aims to address pressing issues in the education sector, including examination irregularities, unemployment, and what the Congress describes as the deteriorating state of the education system.
Event Details and Format
According to party insiders, the interaction will likely be held at the Parade Ground in Dehradun and will follow the format of Gandhi's previous outreach program in Kota, Rajasthan. Congress leaders confirmed that preparations for the Dehradun event are underway. The campaign seeks to foster a wider debate on education sector reforms while reiterating the demand for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Previous Outreach and Future Plans
The Dehradun event comes after Gandhi's successful interaction in Kota, where he highlighted that young people are facing mounting academic pressure, mental health challenges, and systemic shortcomings in the education system. He emphasized the need for sustained dialogue with students. The Congress party plans to extend the campaign to other cities in the coming weeks, with conventions scheduled in Allahabad, Patna, and Delhi.
Gandhi's Recent Visit to Uttarakhand
Gandhi last visited Uttarakhand on June 4. However, his proposed public rally in Almora and an interaction with ex-servicemen in Pauri Garhwal were postponed due to adverse weather conditions. The upcoming Dehradun visit marks his return to the state for direct engagement with the youth.
