Rahul-Priyanka Back Deepender Hooda Leadership at High-Profile Congress Gathering

Manoj Kumar
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Chandigarh: Congress MP  Deepender Singh Hooda’s official residence at Talkatora Road, Delhi, emerged as a significant political hub on Friday during the Hooda family’s annual luncheon hosted by former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda and Congress MP Deepender Singh Hooda, along with his mother Asha Hooda and wife Shweta Mirdha Hooda. The event drew considerable political attention as Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra attended the gathering and spent substantial time engaging in discussions with party leaders, grassroots workers, and invited dignitaries.

The presence of Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi was seen as a strong message of unity and organisational cohesion within the Congress, especially in Haryana, where the party has been actively working to consolidate its base ahead of upcoming electoral challenges. Both leaders were observed holding informal discussions with MLAs, MPs, and district-level leaders, focusing on strengthening party outreach, grassroots mobilisation, and youth participation in political activities. The gathering witnessed participation from more than 80 Members of Parliament and 31 out of 37 Haryana Congress MLAs, along with district presidents, senior organisational office bearers, and long-time party supporters. The strong attendance highlighted the continued influence of the Hooda leadership within the state unit and demonstrated growing political alignment among senior and emerging leaders.

Several prominent Congress leaders marked their presence, including Haryana Congress in-charge B.K. Hariprasad, State President Rao Narendra Singh, Former Media Advisor of former Haryana CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda and senior Congress leader Shiv Bhatia, Working President Jitendra Bhardwaj, Youth Congress President Nishit Kataria, and former State President Chaudhary Udaybhan. Many leaders used the opportunity to exchange views on organisational strengthening, public outreach strategies, and political coordination at both state and national levels.

Apart from political deliberations, the luncheon created an atmosphere of camaraderie and informal interaction among leaders, media representatives, and social personalities from different spheres. Journalists and political observers also attended the event, making it an important platform for interaction and political networking. The gathering reflected a blend of political strategy and cultural hospitality, which has been a long-standing feature of the Hooda family’s annual event. Guests highly appreciated the traditional and delicious Haryanvi cuisine served during the luncheon. The elaborate menu showcased the rich cultural heritage of the region and included popular dishes such as bajra khichdi, ghevar, moong dal halwa, milk jalebi, kadhi, and gatte ki sabzi. The food was widely enjoyed by political leaders, journalists, and attendees, adding a warm and inclusive social dimension to the event. Political observers believe that Rahul Gandhi’s participation underscores Bhupinder Singh Hooda’s sustained relevance in national Congress decision-making and highlights Deepender Singh Hooda’s rising political stature, particularly among younger leaders and party workers.