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Who is Priyanka Gandhi?

Priyanka Gandhi

About Priyanka Gandhi

Who is Priyanka Gandhi?

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is a general secretary for Uttar Pradesh in the All India Congress Committee (AICC), the central decision-making unit of the Indian National Congress, one of the two major political parties in India.
 
Gandhi Vadra is the scion of the politically powerful Nehru-Gandhi family that has dominated Indian politics for decades since before India attained independence from British rule. She is the daughter of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi and interim Congress President Sonia Gandhi. She is the sister of former Congress President Rahul Gandhi.


Political career of Priyanka Gandhi

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From Adani row to Ambedkar clash, how Parliament's Winter Session unfolded

The Winter Session of Parliament ended on a tense note as members of the INDIA bloc staged a protest march calling for Union Home Minister Amit Shah's resignation over his remarks about BR Ambedkar

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Updated On : 20 Dec 2024 | 6:21 PM IST

Symbol of govt's desperation: Priyanka Gandhi slams FIR against Rahul

The BJP knows that its real feelings about Ambedkar are out in the open and therefore it is afraid of the Opposition which is raising this issue

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Updated On : 20 Dec 2024 | 12:40 PM IST

Ambedkar row: Opposition MPs hold protest against Amit Shah at Vijay Chowk

Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also slammed the BJP over the FIR filed against the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, saying it shows their desperation level

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Updated On : 20 Dec 2024 | 11:33 AM IST

Govt to table motion for JPC on 'One Nation, One Election' in LS today

The motion in the Lok Sabha aims to form a Joint Parliamentary Committee for reviewing Bills related to 'One Nation, One Election' today. The panel will comprise 21 MPs from the Lower House

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Updated On : 19 Dec 2024 | 10:35 AM IST

Cong workers deaths: Rahul, Priyanka slam BJP govts; say 'must get justice'

Rahul Gandhi expressed his deepest condolences to the bereaved families and said they have the right to full justice

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Updated On : 19 Dec 2024 | 7:15 AM IST

ONOE Bill: Priyanka Gandhi among four Congress members to be on House panel

Sukhdeo Bhagat and Randeep Surjewala are the Congress' other choices for the joint committee of Parliament

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Updated On : 18 Dec 2024 | 3:45 PM IST

Priyanka immature, shouldn't imitate her ancestors: Kailash Vijayvargiya

This comes after the Wayanad MP grabbed eyeballs for carrying cloth bags with having message of support for Palestine, and one calling for the protection of Hindu minorities in Bangladesh

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Updated On : 18 Dec 2024 | 9:11 AM IST

After Palestine storm, Priyanka Gandhi's tote turns focus to Bangladesh

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's symbolic protest in Parliament took another turn as her latest tote bag focused on atrocities against minorities in Bangladesh

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Updated On : 17 Dec 2024 | 3:41 PM IST

Cong MPs show solidarity with Bangladesh minorities via handbag messages

Speaking in the Lok Sabha during the Zero Hour on Monday, Priyanka Gandhi had sought the government's support for those who are in pain because of the attacks in Bangladesh

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Updated On : 17 Dec 2024 | 3:36 PM IST

How Priyanka Gandhi's Palestine bag reignited Israel-Gaza debate in India

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra faces criticism and praise after carrying a Palestine bag, sparking renewed discussions on the Israel-Gaza conflict

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Updated On : 17 Dec 2024 | 12:50 PM IST

Centre must act on Bangladesh minority issues: Priyanka Gandhi in LS

As an expression of solidarity with the people of Palestine, Priyanka Gandhi on Monday carried a bag to Parliament that had "Palestine" emblazoned on it

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Updated On : 16 Dec 2024 | 7:00 PM IST

Priyanka Gandhi carries bag emblazoned with 'Palestine' to Parliament

The Congress general secretary has been raising her voice against Israel's actions in Gaza and expressing solidarity with Palestinians

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Updated On : 16 Dec 2024 | 1:36 PM IST

PM Modi to address LS today; What Opposition leaders said in Parl so far

Rajnath Singh, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Akhilesh Yadav, and Mahua Moitra addressed Lok Sabha; here's what they said

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Updated On : 14 Dec 2024 | 12:38 PM IST

BJP, Congress accuse each other of dishonouring Constitution's spirit

Rajnath says Congress always chose power over Constitution, draws counter from Priyanka Gandhi

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Updated On : 13 Dec 2024 | 10:16 PM IST

Better than my maiden speech: Rahul Gandhi hails Priyanka's LS speech

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was unmoved over the incidents of violence in Sambhal and Manipur

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Updated On : 13 Dec 2024 | 3:57 PM IST

Priyanka Gandhi calls for justice, caste census in maiden Lok Sabha speech

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra delivers maiden speech in Lok Sabha, speaks on Unnao case, Sambhal tragedy, reservation and more

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Updated On : 13 Dec 2024 | 2:10 PM IST

Govt not allowing LS to function as part of a strategy: Priyanka Gandhi

She also said the ruling party is accusing the Congress leadership of having links with George Soros to divert attention from the main issue involving the business conglomerate Adani

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Updated On : 10 Dec 2024 | 4:59 PM IST

BJP scared of discussing Adani issue: Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra

The Winter Session of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha was adjourned for the day after unruly scenes broke out during the proceedings.

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Updated On : 10 Dec 2024 | 2:25 PM IST

Proud of my brother, nothing above country for him: Priyanka slams BJP

She said the accusation was nothing new coming from such people as those who called former prime ministers traitors

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Updated On : 06 Dec 2024 | 2:03 PM IST

People of Wayanad looking for actions, not excuses: Priyanka Gandhi

She asserted that the people of Wayanad need urgent help to be able to rebuild their lives with dignity

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Updated On : 06 Dec 2024 | 1:53 PM IST