Top Congress leaders, including party chief Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, interacted on Thursday (October 15, 2026) with members of the National Students’ Union of India (NSUI), Indian Youth Congress (IYC), and the Seva Dal to commend them for their aggressive participation in protests demanding the ouster of CEC Gyanesh Kumar and an immediate halt to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
The pep talk by the Congress leadership addressed concerns within a section of the party that while Mr. Gandhi had showcased student leaders like All India Students’ Association President Neha Bora, the NSUI and Youth Congress activists had not received similar encouragement or visibility. “India’s youth have always been at the forefront of shaping our nation’s political direction. “Our youth and frontal organisations remain steadfast in holding this anti-youth government accountable, defending democratic rights, and safeguarding the credibility of our institutions. Their courage and conviction strengthen our collective resolve to protect India’s democracy,” he added. They lauded the youth leaders for holding the government accountable while highlighting the travails of all Indians, especially the youth. Referring to defectors, Mr. NSUI president Vinod Jakhar, Youth Congress chief Uday Bhanu Chib, and Seva Dal chief organiser B. V. Srinivas, were present along with NSUI in-charge Kanhaiya Kumar, and Youth Congress in-charge Manish Sharma.
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Kharge said in a post on X which included pictures of the meeting. “As Rahul ji has said, these Babbar Shers are leading the fight to defeat this regime and their fearlessness is an inspiration for many,” he added. Today, at Indira Bhavan, New Delhi, we had an insightful interaction with leaders of NSUI, IYC, and Seva Dal, who have courageously challenged the Modi Government’s authoritarianism, even while enduring brutal police crackdowns,” Mr.
