Congress Party Marks 139 Years with Foundation Day Celebrations
Prominent leaders of the Indian National Congress gathered at Gandhi Bhavan to observe the party's 139th year, reflecting on historical contributions and setting aspirations for upcoming elections.
Jamie Bailey
- 2023-12-28
- Updated 01:58 AM ET
(NewsNibs) - At Gandhi Bhavan, the historical headquarters for the Congress Party, enthusiastic members celebrated the organization's longstanding political journey. The working president, Mahesh Kumar Goud, commenced the day's events amidst a crowd of dedicated party workers by hoisting the party flag high, symbolizing a renewed commitment to the party's ideals as they marked its 139th foundation day. The event was also graced by the presence of Minister Ponnam Prabhakar and other distinguished senior leaders, indicating the significance of the occasion for the party's continuity and influence in Indian politics.
Historical Significance and Achievements
Founded on December 28, 1885, the Congress Party has been instrumental in shaping India's nationalistic fervor against the British Empire, which ultimately contributed to India achieving independence. The party not only played a pivotal role during the freedom struggle but is also renowned for fostering unity across the diverse population in that process. Leaders in attendance reiterated the sacrifices of numerous individuals who gave up their families and personal comfort, with many enduring years of imprisonment to secure a free India. Furthermore, the Congress-led governments post-independence faced a monumental task of alleviating widespread poverty, and they focused on addressing basic necessities and fortifying the nation’s foundational stability.
The party was hailed for its governance over five decades, fostering India's development and positioning it as an influential economic force globally. It has been under the leadership of political figures including Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Sonia Gandhi, P.V. Narasimha Rao, Manmohan Singh, alongside current members such as Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi, all of whom have been commemorated for their relentless pursuit of national progress. Additionally, the party members credited the Congress Party's perseverance in realizing the 60-year-old aspirations for the formation of the state of Telangana, attributing it to the foundational principles and the steadfastness of its leaders.
Looking Towards the Future
As the foundation day celebrations unfolded, there was a palpable sense of anticipation for the forthcoming Parliament elections. The assembly echoed with sentiments of hope, with an outspoken objective to propel the Congress Party to victory and to see Rahul Gandhi ascend as the Prime Minister of India. In a call to action, every party worker was encouraged to actively contribute to the success of Rahul Gandhi’s impending political campaign, underlining a collective endeavor to rejuvenate the party's prospects in the national political landscape.
The Congress Party’s foundation day was a blend of historical reverence and forward-looking optimism. It was a day to not only honor the past leaders and achievements of the party but also to mobilize the current generation of party workers for the challenges ahead, particularly the upcoming elections slated to shape India’s political future.
