Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's possible entry into electoral politics surged before the Lok Sabha elections, but was dashed when she opted not to run.However, NDTV reported citing sources on Thursday, that she may contest the bypoll for the Wayanad Lok Sabha seat if Rahul Gandhi steps down from the position.Also Read: ‘Yeh hui na baat…’: Priyanka Gandhi's first address after Congress win in Amethi, Rae Bareli for Lok Sabha ElectionsGandhi, who secured significant victories in the Lok Sabha elections from both the Raebareli and Wayanad constituencies, sparked further speculation about his sister's potential debut. Earlier on Tuesday, he said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi would have faced a larger defeat, “by two-three lakh votes," if his sister had contested against him in Varanasi.NDTV reported citing sources that Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge had urged the Gandhi siblings to decide on their electoral participation, expressing his preference for both to contest.
He emphasized that their absence from these strongholds would convey a negative message to party workers, Congress allies, and the NDA.According to the NDTV, Gandhi ultimately decided against contesting. According to sources close to her, this decision was influenced by the concern that her victory in the Lok Sabha elections would result in three Gandhis simultaneously serving in Parliament—her mother, brother, and herself.
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