Rahul Gandhi: The Strategist and Intellectual Leader

Sam Pitroda, a long-time confidant of the Gandhi family, lauds Rahul Gandhi as more intellectual and strategic compared to his father, Rajiv Gandhi. In an interview, Pitroda expresses confidence in Gandhi's potential as a future prime minister and critiques the media's portrayal of him.

Sam Pitroda, a trusted confidant of the Gandhi family, described Rahul Gandhi as an intellectual and strategic leader, surpassing his late father, Rajiv Gandhi. In an exclusive interview with PTI, Pitroda asserted that Rahul Gandhi embodies all the qualities required for a future prime minister of India.

He dismissed the BJP's critiques of Rahul Gandhi during his foreign visits as 'bogus' and explained the purpose of his upcoming visit to the US, emphasizing its significance for interaction at various levels, including the media and think tanks.

Pitroda also highlighted the importance of Rahul Gandhi's public image transformation and praised his resilience against orchestrated media campaigns. He emphasized that Rahul Gandhi is well-educated, grounded, and a custodian of democratic ideals deeply rooted in the Congress party's vision for India.

(With inputs from agencies.)