Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 19 : Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Thursday joined Congress leaders and workers across the country in celebrating the birthday of Congress leader and LoP in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi.
Speaking at an event held in Bengaluru, Shivakumar praised Rahul Gandhi's dedication to the nation and highlighted that Rahul himself does not want any grand celebrations.
"Today, we are celebrating the birthday of our Leader of the Opposition, Rahul Gandhi. We are very happy. Our leader sacrificed a lot for the sake of the country and the party. Though he didn't want all these things to be done, we are his followers. We believe in his commitment to his country, and the message is clear that all sections of society should be protected. So the constitution should be protected...," Shivakumar said.
Earlier, Rahul Gandhi arrived at the All India Congress Committee (AICC) Headquarters at 24 Akbar Road in Delhi as he celebrated his 55th birthday.
Party workers gathered in large numbers to extend their best wishes to the Congress leader, creating a festive atmosphere at the AICC premises. Congress supporters distributed sweets and celebrated the occasion.
Many extended birthday greetings to Rahul Gandhi on his 55th birthday, commending his unwavering commitment to constitutional values, social justice, and the upliftment of marginalised communities.
They described him as a compassionate leader who continues to champion the rights of the unheard and uphold the ideals of democracy.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, in a heartfelt post on X, lauded Gandhi's deep sense of empathy and commitment to the marginalised. "What sets you apart is your unequivocal dedication to the Constitution's values and your deep compassion for social, political and economic justice for the millions whose voices often go unheard," Kharge wrote.
Kharge said Rahul Gandhi's actions mirror the Congress party's core values. He added, "Your actions consistently reflect the Congress party's ideology of unity in diversity, harmony, and compassion. As you continue your mission to bring truth to power and support the last person standing, I wish you a long, healthy, and happy life ahead."
The Congress party also paid tribute to Rahul Gandhi's leadership on social media, calling him a "true crusader for justice."