Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has once again given Gaya town a miss during his latest campaign tour of Bihar, focusing his attention instead on three other key constituencies in the region.
Despite expectations from local party workers and supporters, the Wayanad MP chose to concentrate his efforts on Aurangabad, Jamui, and Nawada parliamentary seats, all of which are going to polls in the first phase of elections.
Strategic Campaign Focus
Political analysts suggest this move indicates the Congress party's strategic prioritization of seats where they believe they have a stronger chance of victory. This marks the second consecutive time Gandhi has excluded Gaya from his campaign itinerary, raising questions about the party's confidence in the constituency.
During his intensive campaigning in the region, the Congress leader addressed multiple rallies and engaged with voters across the three chosen constituencies, emphasizing the party's vision for Bihar's development and criticizing the ruling coalition's policies.
Local Reactions and Political Implications
The absence of a visit to Gaya has generated mixed reactions among local political circles. While some see it as a tactical move, others express disappointment that the high-profile leader continues to overlook this historically significant town.
Congress insiders maintain that the campaign strategy is designed to maximize impact in winnable seats, suggesting that resource allocation and electoral mathematics dictate such decisions rather than any deliberate neglect of specific regions.
As the election campaign intensifies, all eyes remain on whether Gandhi will eventually include Gaya in his future Bihar itineraries or if the constituency will continue to remain outside his direct campaign radar.
