Modi, Congress and other leaders greet Rahul Gandhi on his 56th birthday

'Thank You For Your Wishes': Rahul Gandhi Responds To PM Modi's Birthday Wishes

Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday, June 19, turned 56. The Congress leader received wishes from various leaders across political parties.Response to PM's wishesResponding to PM Modi's wishes, Gandhi took to X and wrote, "Thank you for your wishes Prime Minister @narendramodi ji."Thank you for your wishes Prime Minister @narendramodi ji. https://t.co/i7hEZG0mOT— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) June 19, 2026 Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav also wished Gandhi and called him a companion for "one goal."Akhilesh wrote, "Companions of patriotism, humanity, and truth — We, for the 'One Goal'! Heartfelt birthday wishes to Shri Rahul Gandhi ji, along with sincere good wishes for a meaningful and active life!"Akhilesh ji, heartfelt thanks for your well-wishes. Our 'one goal' of protecting the rights of the Constitution, social justice, and PDA will continue with full strength, and we will ensure its benefits reach every citizen of Uttar Pradesh—this will remain our endeavor.देशप्रेम, मानवता एवं सत्य केहमसफ़र हम ‘एक लक्ष्य’ के!श्री राहुल गांधी जी को सार्थक-सक्रिय जीवन की सद्-कामनाओं के साथ जन्मदिन की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ! @RahulGandhi@IndiaAllliance— Akhilesh Yadav (@yadavakhilesh) June 19, 2026 Responding to him, Gandhi wrote,"Akhilesh ji, heartfelt thanks for your well-wishes. Our 'one goal' of protecting the rights of the Constitution, social justice, and PDA will continue with full strength, and we will ensure its benefits reach every citizen of Uttar Pradesh—this will remain our endeavor."अखिलेश जी, आपकी शुभकामनाओं के लिए हार्दिक धन्यवाद।संविधान, सामाजिक न्याय और PDA के हक़ की रक्षा का हमारा ‘एक लक्ष्य’ पूरी मजबूती से जारी रहेगा, और उत्तर प्रदेश के हर नागरिक तक इसका लाभ पहुँचे - यही हमारा प्रयास रहेगा। https://t.co/9Scx1eEgWx— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) June 19, 2026 Youth Congress Workers Pour Milk On Rahul Gandhi Portrait Depicted As 'Lord Parashurama' In Varanasi As Part Of LoP's Birthday Celebrations - VIDEOTMC MP and Mamata Banerjee's nephew Abhishek Banerjee also wished Gandhi. He wrote, "Warm birthday wishes to @RahulGandhi Ji. Wishing you good health, happiness and continued success in every endeavour. Keep shining!"Warm birthday wishes to @RahulGandhi Ji.Wishing you good health, happiness and continued success in every endeavour.Keep shining!— Abhishek Banerjee (@abhishekaitc) June 19, 2026 "Thank you for your wishes, Abhishek Banerjee ji. May we continue to work together to protect our Constitutional values and defend the rights of our people," Gandhi responded.Thank you for your wishes, Abhishek Banerjee ji.May we continue to work together to protect our Constitutional values and defend the rights of our people. https://t.co/rY4TsJR8Fu— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) June 19, 2026 Rahul Gandhi was born on June 19, 1970, at Holy Family Hospital in the national capital and was the first of two children born to Rajiv Gandhi, who later served as the 6th prime minister of India, and Sonia Gandhi, who went on to become the Congress president.

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Youth Congress Workers Pour Milk On Rahul Gandhi Portrait Depicted As 'Lord Parashurama' In Varanasi As Part Of LoP's Birthday Celebrations - VIDEO

Varanasi: Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi turned 56 on Friday, June 19. As part of the birthday celebrations, Youth Congress workers held a unique celebration in Kashi, portraying him as "Lord Parashurama".Birthday celebrations in KashiThey performed a milk abhishek, celebrated in the Ganga, cut a laddoo cake, and displayed him holding a copy of the Constitution in one hand and an axe in the other.Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh: On Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi’s birthday, Youth Congress workers held a unique celebration in Kashi, portraying him as Lord Parashurama, performing a milk abhishek, celebrating in the Ganga, cutting a laddoo cake, and displaying him holding a copy of the… pic.twitter.com/2HWWXZ1wk1— IANS (@ians_india) June 19, 2026 Visuals from the celebration quickly went viral, triggering online debate over the symbolic tribute and the portrayal of Rahul Gandhi in a mythological avatar.BJP criticises portrayalBharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla called the portrayal "insulting and offensive to Hindu faith and crores of devotees.""Congress workers portraying Rahul Gandhi as Lord Parshuram is insulting and offensive to Hindu faith and crores of devotees. Deities are sacred and should never be used for political glorification or personality cults," he said on X.Congress workers portraying Rahul Gandhi as Lord Parshuram is insulting and offensive to Hindu faith and crores of devotees. Dieties are sacred and should never be used for political glorification or personality cults. After Hindu terror , mocking Sanatan , questioning Prabhu… pic.twitter.com/C3Cr9k8s24— Shehzad Jai Hind (Chowkidar as per INC ecosystem) (@Shehzad_Ind) June 19, 2026 He further said, "After Hindu terror , mocking Sanatan , questioning Prabhu Ram existence now this! What a shame . This has become a pattern !! Will Rahul Gandhi apologise ? Is he Bhagwan? Is he above crores of Hindus ?"Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended birthday greetings to Gandhi on X."Best wishes to the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Shri Rahul Gandhi Ji on his birthday. Praying for his good health and long life," PM Modi wrote.Best wishes to the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Shri Rahul Gandhi Ji on his birthday. Praying for his good health and long life. @RahulGandhi— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 19, 2026 'Praying For His Good Health, Long Life': PM Narendra Modi Wishes LoP Rahul Gandhi On His 56th BirthdayPosters were put up outside Indira Bhawan in the national capital, extending birthday greetings to Rahul Gandhi.

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'Praying For His Good Health, Long Life': PM Narendra Modi Wishes LoP Rahul Gandhi On His 56th Birthday

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended birthday greetings to Congress leader and Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi in Lok Sabha.Modi extends wishes on XIn a post on X, PM Modi prayed for the Congress leader's good health and long life."Best wishes to the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Shri Rahul Gandhi Ji on his birthday. Praying for his good health and long life," PM Modi wrote.Best wishes to the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Shri Rahul Gandhi Ji on his birthday. Praying for his good health and long life. @RahulGandhi— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 19, 2026 Celebrations at Indira BhawanPosters were put up outside Indira Bhawan in the national capital, extending birthday greetings to Rahul Gandhi.Gandhi will celebrate his 56th birthday today with party workers.Leaders across the party have extended their birthday greetings to Rahul Gandhi.#WATCH | Posters, extending birthday greetings to Lok Sabha LoP and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, put up outside Indira Bhawan, in Delhi. Rahul Gandhi celebrates his birthday today, 19th June. pic.twitter.com/yliwD6EWLd— ANI (@ANI) June 19, 2026 Leaders and party greetingsTelangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy extended greetings, saying Gandhi's steadfast commitment to democratic values, social justice, and the welfare of the people continues to inspire many."Warm birthday wishes to our ever-inspiring leader Shri @RahulGandhi Ji. His steadfast commitment to democratic values, social justice, and the welfare of the people continues to inspire many. Wishing him good health, happiness and strength as he continues his service to the nation and its people," Revanth Reddy in a post on X.Warm birthday wishes to our ever inspiring leader Shri @RahulGandhi Ji. His steadfast commitment to democratic values, social justice, and the welfare of the people continues to inspire many.Wishing him good health, happiness and strength as he continues his service to the… pic.twitter.com/oSMOsyDHYW— Revanth Reddy (@revanth_anumula) June 19, 2026 The official handle of the Indian National Congress (INC) wrote a warm greetings, highlighting his role and work in the party and for the country."In a world where most choose to stay silent, you have consistently chosen to speak up for what you believe is right. Your relentless fight against injustice, inequality and the misuse of power has inspired millions. You make people believe that politics is not just brutal pursuit for power but it is a powerful agent of change, can be principled and be guided by compassion. For an entire generation seeking honesty, empathy and hope, you have become Gen Z's voice: a leader who listens, understands, empowers and speaks for their aspirations. For a kinder, fairer India and a Mohabbat Ki Dukan in every heart. Wishing you strength and happiness always. Happy Birthday, Rahul Ji," the post read.✨ ✨ In a world where most choose to stay silent, you have consistently chosen to speak up for what you believe is right.Your relentless fight against injustice, inequality and the misuse of power has inspired… pic.twitter.com/GS99DKfQ43— Congress (@INCIndia) June 19, 2026 Rahul Gandhi political profileRahul Gandhi was born on June 19, 1970, at Holy Family Hospital in the national capital and was the first of two children born to Rajiv Gandhi, who later served as the 6th prime minister of India, and Sonia Gandhi, who went on to become the Congress president.Quote Of The Day By Rahul Gandhi – 'The Country Is Not The Prime Minister, The Prime Minister Is Not The Country' He is currently serving as the 12th LoP in Lok Sabha and as a member of the lower house for Uttar Pradesh's Rae Bareli constituency since June 2024. He was earlier represented the constituency of Wayanad, Kerala, from 2019 to 2024, and Amethi, Uttar Pradesh, from 2004 to 2019. Gandhi served as the party president of Congress from December 2017 to July 2019.(Except for the headline, this article has not been edited by FPJ's editorial team and is auto-generated from an agency feed.)

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