The timing of this video is interesting as it comes after Raihan’s mother Priyanka Gandhi Vadra took a plunge into electoral politics. she submitted her nomination papers Rahul will contest Lok Sabha by-elections in October after vacating his seat.
Raihan Rajiv Vadra, 24, is a visual artist and curator, according to his website. Raihan’s visual work is said to range from wildlife, street to commercial photography. He has held many solo exhibitions in New Delhi and Mumbai.
In the video, Rahul Gandhi explains Raihan to those who brighten up India’s Diwali festival, but gets no recognition or appreciation.
When Rahul’s uncle tried to help the painters and workers of Janpath Bungalow No. 10, Raihan extended a helping hand to Rahul.
Janpath bungalow No. 10 is Sonia Gandhi’s residence and Rahul has been living there since he was disqualified as a member of Parliament in 2023.
Rahul also shared the reason with his nephew He “didn’t like” Jampas Bungalow 10 “very much”.
In this Diwali video, Rahul explains to Raihan how people often overlook the skills and hard work of potters and artisans who play an important role in the festival. He showed his nephew an earthen lamp made by a potter in Uttam Nagar, west Delhi.
While Rahul Gandhi has been sharing videos of him interacting with ordinary Indians, including mechanics and truck drivers, this is the first time he has featured Raihan in a video.
People on both sides of the political divide took note of the addition, calling it a “soft launch” for Raihan.
“This is the next Congress president and prime ministerial candidate after Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi. His name is Raihan Vadra/Gandhi,” said a person on X.
Others commented on Raihan’s behavior in the video and compared him to uncle Rahul.
“When Rahul Gandhi first entered politics, he was very shy. Raihan also looks a bit nervous in this video, although it also shows his good values,” one netizen commented on X.
In October, Raihan Rajiv Vadra, who has largely stayed away from the political spotlight, made a rare public appearance in Wayanad. He was seen with his father Robert Vadra and uncle Rahul Gandhi during his mother Priyanka Gandhi Vadra’s nomination filing Together.
Priyanka, known for playing an active role in Congress campaigns, officially entered electoral politics, debuting as a Lok Sabha candidate from Wayanad.
