Priyanka Gandhi Vadra Has Active Role In Congress Internal Polls, Say Sources
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Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, who joined the Congress in January 2019, is attempting to ensure a suitable candidate is found for the post of president, senior leaders said.
The Congress election to choose a new president is the first in more than 20 years where no one from the Gandhi family is in the running. But apparently, they have not been entirely hands off. Sources say Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, contrary to public perception, is taking an active interest in the election.
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The 50-year-old who joined the party in January 2019 and was named its general secretary in Uttar Pradesh, is attempting to ensure a suitable candidate is found for the post of president, they said.
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