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The upcoming by-election in Wayanad, a constituency previously held by Rahul Gandhi, has taken a sharp turn with the NDA candidate, Navya Haridas, launching a scathing critique of the Gandhi family's approach to the region. Haridas, a young and rising politician within the BJP, has accused the Congress party of treating Wayanad as a mere 'choice' or 'second seat' for the Gandhi family, suggesting a lack of genuine commitment to the constituency's needs and concerns.
Haridas, a two-time councillor in the Kozhikode Corporation and now the BJP's nominee for Wayanad, emphasizes the need for a leader who genuinely addresses the local issues and champions the interests of the people. She criticizes the Congress for fielding Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, whom she considers a newcomer to Wayanad, despite having a national presence. Haridas believes that Priyanka's candidacy is a representation of the Gandhi family's failure to address the region's concerns during their previous tenure in Parliament.
The crux of Haridas' argument lies in her assertion that the Gandhi family, particularly Rahul Gandhi, has abandoned Wayanad in favor of their perceived stronghold in Rae Bareli. The fact that Rahul chose to retain Rae Bareli after winning Wayanad in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections has fueled the narrative of Wayanad being a mere 'second seat' for the family. Haridas highlights this perceived neglect as a key factor in her campaign, aiming to resonate with the voters who may feel disillusioned by the Gandhi family's perceived lack of commitment.
Despite her own unexpected candidacy, Haridas expresses a strong belief in her party's ability to gain ground in Wayanad. She is confident that the BJP will improve its vote share in the upcoming polls, capitalizing on the discontent regarding the Gandhi family's approach to the constituency. The by-election in Wayanad has now become a platform for a fierce battle between the NDA and the Congress, with Haridas' accusations and the perceived neglect of Wayanad by the Gandhis forming the central point of contention.
Source: Wayanad is just “second seat” for Gandhi family, says NDA candidate Navya Haridas