New Delhi, Dec 31 (KNS): Noted Supreme Court lawyer and senior leader Ashok Bhan has lauded Rahul Gandhi’s impactful role as the Leader of the Opposition (LOP) in 2024, describing him as a unifying force and a “Shadow Prime Minister.” Bhan made these remarks while addressing a gathering of the Lawyers' Association on the topic "Reflections on the Role of LOP in 2024."
Praising Gandhi’s leadership, Bhan said, “Rahul Gandhi has enhanced opposition unity and increased its prestige as an aggressive people's voice. He has emerged as the potential unifier of India and its inclusive polity.”
Highlighting Gandhi’s adherence to constitutional principles, Bhan observed that his narrative of upholding constitutionalism, often undermined by the ruling right-wing dispensation, has struck a chord with aspirational youth and the working class. "His advocacy for constitutional values in and outside Parliament makes him a real hero for the people," Bhan remarked.
Bhan detailed several positive aspects of Rahul Gandhi’s leadership in 2024, particularly after the parliamentary elections, which he said had emboldened the Opposition:
Gandhi’s leadership has played a critical role in uniting various opposition parties, creating a robust collective against the ruling party inside and outside Parliament.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
As LOP, Gandhi has effectively held the government accountable for its policies and decisions.
Gandhi’s maiden speech as LOP was widely praised for articulating public concerns and the opposition’s viewpoints with clarity and impact.
Gandhi has prioritized pressing issues such as unemployment, inflation, social injustice, and the caste census, which have resonated strongly with the public.
Bhan also noted that the outcome of the 2024 parliamentary polls has provided Gandhi with the momentum to challenge the ruling party more vigorously, further solidifying his leadership.
“Rahul Gandhi’s 2024 politics have demonstrated promise, unity, accountability, and a renewed focus on critical issues. He has, in his own right, emerged as a genuine Shadow Prime Minister,” Bhan concluded.
The event underscored Rahul Gandhi’s growing influence as a leader committed to fostering inclusive governance and addressing the nation’s pressing concerns.(KNS)