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- Rahul Gandhi telephoned former Congress MLA Rahul Bondre to discourage him from defecting to the Bharatiya Janata Party.
- Bondre had previously announced his intention to join the BJP and attend a reception hosted by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
- Following the conversation, Bondre decided to remain with the Congress and pledged his support.
- The intervention highlights ongoing efforts to retain party loyalists in Maharashtra.
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Rahul Bondre
former MLA of Chikhli Assembly seat
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“I have put all my political years with Congress, and I am grateful for that. In this journey, everyone has helped and guided me. However, I have decided to join BJP. Even if I am changing my direction, my respect for everyone from Congress will be same.”
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…to speak to Rahul Bondre, urging him to stay with Congress. The conversation between both came to light on Monday night, a day after Mr Bondre revealed his intention to join the BJP. In a video statement, he said, “ I have put all my political years with Congress, and I am grateful for that. In this journey, everyone has helped and guided me. However, I have decided to join BJP. Even if I am changing my direction, my respect for everyone from Congress will be same. ” Mr Bondre was all set to join the BJP; a grand reception was planned in the presence of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. However, Rahul Gandhi’s call has prevented the joining. Mr. Bondre has his base in the Chikhli…
“So far, I have stayed with Congress for you. You calling me has given me the courage to fight again. I have lost a lot; even if I lose everything, I will stand by you in this fight.”
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…influence in the region. The present MLA of Chikhli is BJP leader Shweta Mahale. In response to Mr. Gandhi, Mr. Bondre assured him to put his full weight and work for Congress. Calling Mr. Gandhi brother, he said, “ So far, I have stayed with Congress for you. You calling me has given me the courage to fight again. I have lost a lot; even if I lose everything, I will stand by you in this fight. ” Mr. Gandhi concluded the called by saying him “love you and not to worry”. Published - September 23, 2026 01:11 pm IST…
Rahul Gandhi
Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition
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“Don’t come under psychological pressure; you are a loyal Congressman, don’t fall prey to it. They want to finish the competition and increase their influence. Without losing, you can’t win; losing is the foundation of victory”
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…Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi called former Congress MLA Rahul Bondre and prevented him from switching parties. Former MLA of Chikhli Assembly seat in Buldhana district was likely to join Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). “ Don’t come under psychological pressure; you are a loyal Congressman, don’t fall prey to it. They want to finish the competition and increase their influence. Without losing, you can’t win; losing is the foundation of victory ,” said Mr. Gandhi on a conference call with Mr. Bondre, persuading him not to switch. Maharashtra Congress chief Harshvardhan Sapkal got Rahul Gandhi on phone to speak to Rahul Bondre, urging him to stay with Congress.…
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