Politics
Rahul Gandhi Urges Delhi Rally Attendees to Shop for Upcoming Festivals
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, speaking on Saturday, October 31, 2026, urged people attending the INDIA bloc’s ‘Chalo Dilli’ rally on Sunday, November 1, 2026, to shop for upcoming festivals such as Deepavali, Chhath, and Bhai Dooj. In a video released late that day, Gandhi said, “The time of Diwali, Chhath, and Bhai Dooj has arrived. I want those lakhs of people coming to Delhi from outside to support the traders here.” He added, “Protest, march, hold rallies, and along with that, do a little shopping too. It will benefit the traders.” Earlier, a traders’ body in central Delhi had asked the Congress leader to postpone the rally until Deepavali. Published – November 01, 2026 01:04 am IST
Frequently asked questions
When did Rahul Gandhi speak about the rally?
He spoke on Saturday, October 31, 2026.
Which festivals did Rahul Gandhi mention for shopping?
He mentioned Deepavali, Chhath, and Bhai Dooj.
What did a traders' body in central Delhi request regarding the rally?
They asked Rahul Gandhi to postpone the rally until Deepavali.