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Rahul Gandhi's 52nd Birthday: Take a look at some unseen pictures of Congress leader, number 26 is unmissable

Rahul Gandhi, a Congress party leader, turns 52 today, on June 19, 2022. Gandhi is the scion of India's most influential political dynasty- the son, grandson and great-grandson of former Prime Ministers of India. On his 52nd birthday, here's a look at some unseen and amazing photos of Rahul Gandhi.

Rahul Gandhi’s entry in Indian politics

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Rahul Gandhi’s entry in Indian politics

Rahul Gandhi announced his entry into Indian politics in March 2004. In 2013, he was elected as the Congress Vice President.

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Rahul Gandhi’s journey with Congress

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Rahul Gandhi’s journey with Congress

He was also the General Secretary of the Indian National Congress from September 25, 2007 to January 19, 2013. He was the President of the Indian National Congress from December 16, 2017 to July 3, 2019. After stepping down as Congress chief, he was succeeded by Sonia Gandhi (interim) in 2019. 

Rahul Gandhi’s education

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Rahul Gandhi’s education

Gandhi attained primary education in Delhi and Dehradun and due to the security concerns, he was then schooled at home. However, later he completed undergraduate at St. Stephen's College in Delhi and moved to Harvard University for higher studies. He holds a degree from Trinity College, Cambridge.

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Rahul Gandhi urges Congress workers not to celebrate his birthday

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Rahul Gandhi urges Congress workers not to celebrate his birthday

Gandhi has appealed to party leaders and workers not to celebrate his birthday on Sunday. In a message to them, he said the youngsters of the country are anguished and are protesting on the streets and the Congress workers should stand with them. In a message that was posted on Twitter by All India Congress Committee (AICC) general secretary (communications) Jairam Ramesh, Mr Gandhi said the atmosphere in the country is worrisome.

Rahul Gandhi hugs PM Modi

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Rahul Gandhi hugs PM Modi

Rahul Gandhi on July 20, 2018, surprised members of the Lok Sabha when after bitterly criticising the BJP-led government during the no-confidence motion, he walked across to the treasury benches and hugged PM Narendra Modi.

 

Rahul Gandhi joins candle march at India Gate

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Rahul Gandhi joins candle march at India Gate

Rahul Gandhi takes part in a candlelight vigil at India Gate to protest against the growing incidents of violence against the girl child and women, in New Delhi.

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Rahul Gandhi rides a bicycle

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Rahul Gandhi rides a bicycle

Congress President Rahul Gandhi rides a bicycle to protest against the fuel price hike at Malur in Kolar district.

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Rahul Gandhi jumps into sea to swim with fishermen

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Rahul Gandhi jumps into sea to swim with fishermen

Gandhi took part in a fishing exercise in poll-bound Kerala's Kollam district on February 24, 2021. During the exercise, he jumped into the sea along with fishermen as they cast their nets.

 

Rahul Gandhi takes up ‘push-up’ challenge

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Rahul Gandhi takes up ‘push-up’ challenge

Gandhi was seen performing push-ups with the students of St. Joseph’s Matriculation Higher Secondary School in Mulagumoodu, Tamil Nadu on March 1, 2021.

Rahul Gandhi pulls out Aikido

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Rahul Gandhi pulls out Aikido

Congress leader on March 22, 2021 visited St Teresa's College in Kochi. Gandhi taught the students of St. Theresa College some principles of Aikido, a form of martial art. He is known to be a fitness enthusiast and is trained in Aikido.

 

Rahul Gandhi enjoys tea in Tamil Nadu

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Rahul Gandhi enjoys tea in Tamil Nadu

Congress leader tried out the local tea at Murugesan’s tea stall in Adaikilapattanam in Tamil Nadu.

Gandhi takes 9-year-old aspiring pilot on cockpit tour in Kerala

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Gandhi takes 9-year-old aspiring pilot on cockpit tour in Kerala

"No dream is too big. We've taken the first step to make Advait's dream come true. Now it is our duty to create a society and a structure that will give him every opportunity to fly,” he captioned the video.

 

Rahul Gandhi eats Easter lunch with kids in Kerala

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Rahul Gandhi eats Easter lunch with kids in Kerala

Congress leader celebrated Easter Sunday with the children of Jeevan Jyothi Children’s Home in Kalpetta, Wayanad. He also called his sister Priyanka Gandhi on his cell and the children also interacted with her through a video call.

Rahul Gandhi enjoys biryani with villagers in Tamil Nadu

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Rahul Gandhi enjoys biryani with villagers in Tamil Nadu

A video of Congress leader relishing a spicy 'kalaan biryani' (mushroom biryani) and an onion side dish he made, with Tamil Nadu villagers in true south Indian style, went viral.

(Photo: Twitter)

Rahul plays chess with specially-abled kids

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Rahul plays chess with specially-abled kids

On December 20, 2018, Rahul Gandhi engaged in a game of chess with specially-abled children at the Institute for Children with Special Abilities (ICSA) in Shimla along with his nephew, Raihan Vadra.

(Photo: Twitter)

The mother-son duo

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The mother-son duo

Congress president Rahul Gandhi greets his mother and predecessor Sonia Gandhi after her speech during a grand elevation event held at the lawns of the All India Congress Committee (AICC) in New Delhi.

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Rahul Gandhi in turban

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Rahul Gandhi in turban

Congress leader receives a garland from party supporters during an election campaign rally in Mohali, Punjab.

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Rahul Gandhi meets his delivery nurse

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Rahul Gandhi meets his delivery nurse

Congress President Rahul Gandhi meets Rajamma, who was his delivery nurse at a hospital in Delhi way back in 1970, at PWD Rest House Kalpetta, in Wayanad district.

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Rahul Gandhi pays tribute to his father

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Rahul Gandhi pays tribute to his father

Rahul Gandhi pays tribute to his father and former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi on his 28th death anniversary, at his memorial 'Veer Bhumi' in New Delhi.

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Rahul Gandhi enjoys match with Sachin Tendulkar

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Rahul Gandhi enjoys match with Sachin Tendulkar

Rahul Gandhi talks with cricketer Sachin Tendulkar as they watch Rajiv Gandhi Rural Cricket Tournament in Amethi.

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Rahul Gandhi with Shatrughan Sinha

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Rahul Gandhi with Shatrughan Sinha

Congress President Rahul Gandhi with party's Patna Sahib candidate Shatrughan Sinha waves at supporters during an election roadshow for the final phase of Lok Sabha polls, in Patna.

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Rahul Gandhi offers prayers in Kerala

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Rahul Gandhi offers prayers in Kerala

Rahul Gandhi offers prayers at Thirunelli Temple ahead of Lok Sabha elections, in Wayanad, Kerala.

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Rahul Gandhi with his sister Priyanka Gandhi Vadra

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Rahul Gandhi with his sister Priyanka Gandhi Vadra

Congress President Rahul Gandhi with party's General Secretary and sister Priyanka Gandhi Vadra at Kanpur Airport.

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Rahul Gandhi offers prayers at Dargah Sharif

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Rahul Gandhi offers prayers at Dargah Sharif

Rahul Gandhi and former Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot arrive to offer prayers at Dargah Sharif, in Ajmer.

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Gandhi helps a photographer

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Gandhi helps a photographer

Gandhi helps a photographer who fell down while covering his arrival at Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.

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Gandhi family portrait

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Gandhi family portrait

The family portrait of late Rajiv Gandhi, Indira Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi along with Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi.

Young Rahul with family

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Young Rahul with family

Rahul Gandhi accompanied by Priyanka and Sonia Gandhi at Shakti Sthal, the samadhi of former prime minister Indira Gandh on May 21, 1992. 

Rahul Gandhi with his father

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Rahul Gandhi with his father

Rajiv Gandhi consoling his young son Rahul Gandhi at the funeral of Indira Gandhi.

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Rahul Gandhi with his mother

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Rahul Gandhi with his mother

Sonia Gandhi and her son Rahul at the raising day function of the Special Protection group.

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Rahul Gandhi with his grandmother and sister

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Rahul Gandhi with his grandmother and sister

Rahul Gandhi with Grandmother Indira Gandhi and Sister Priyanka.

(Image: Indian Youth Congress, Instagram)

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