Rahul Gandhi's Desi Aandolan: Congress Leader's Fishy Adventure Goes Viral! Watch VIDEO

Begusarai (The Uttam Hindu): With just a few days left for the first phase of voting in the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, political parties are already putting their full force into campaigning. Meanwhile, a completely different scene unfolded in Begusarai on Saturday when Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha and Congress MP, entered a pond. He participated in the traditional fishing process with local fishermen.

Seeing Rahul Gandhi in this form, the villagers present there were filled with excitement. They watched him dive into the pond, cast a net, and catch fish before their very eyes. It was a scene that went beyond political platforms and became a symbol of a connection to the land.

Locals said preparations had been underway at the pond since early morning. When Rahul Gandhi arrived, villagers welcomed him in a traditional manner, after which he entered the pond without hesitation.

People gathered at the pond's edge said, "We've never seen anything like this before. It's a matter of pride for us that a prominent leader has come among us and embraced our traditions."

VIP chief Mukesh Sahni and Congress leader Kanhaiya Kumar were also present with Rahul Gandhi on this occasion. Together, the three leaders entered the pond, interacted with villagers, and tasted local food. Mukesh Sahni said, "This isn't just an activity, but a message of connecting with the soil of Bihar."

This video of Rahul Gandhi entering the pond went viral on social media within hours, garnering millions of views. Congress leaders say that "Rahul Gandhi is connecting with the public not just through speeches, but by getting down on the ground."