‘Students, Gen-Z — I’m here to listen’: Rahul Gandhi launches ‘Ask Me Anything’ on Instagram
Rahul Gandhi Opens ‘Ask Me Anything’ Forum on Instagram for Gen-Z
Bharatmorningnews.com – Congress leader Rahul Gandhi initiated a new digital engagement campaign on Thursday, launching an interactive “Ask Me Anything” session on Instagram. The initiative aims to connect directly with younger demographics, addressing various topics ranging from educational reforms to social issues.
Sharing the link on X, Gandhi extended an invitation to young Indians:
“Students, Gen-Z — I’m here to listen. Ask me anything on Instagram, and I’ll answer as many questions as I can.”
Education System Under Scrutiny
One of the prominent queries concerned the ongoing student demonstrations in Jharkhand, a state currently administered by the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, which serves as an ally within the INDIA bloc. Gandhi characterized the national educational framework as fundamentally broken.
“The student protests that are happening in the country are against the education system. I have stated it clearly in Kota and Dehradun, and will say it in Allahabad, that our education system has collapsed; it is unaffordable and oppressive.”
He emphasized that all levels of governance must respond to student concerns.
“Every government, be it the central government, Congress government or Jharkhand government, should listen to what students are saying and take action to change the education system,” he said.
The Jharkhand agitation, which began on July 25 at the Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium under the JPSC-JSSC Reforms Manch banner, marked its thirteenth day on Thursday. Six participants have undertaken hunger strikes, while an eleven-member delegation has been constituted to negotiate with state authorities.
Messages on Women and Philosophy
Addressing young women pursuing education, Gandhi expressed strong support.
“India’s women are our strength, our biggest asset and frankly I do not appreciate the way women are treated in society, the way our education system treats our women and the way our corporate system treats our women. Women deserve equal space in every sphere of life. In fact I believe they deserve more than equal space in every sphere of life.”
The Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition added:
“You be confident, you be brave, you be powerful, exactly how you are, and we are there to fully support you.”
When asked about influential philosophies, Gandhi highlighted numerous historical figures who shaped India’s constitutional values.
“All the different philosophies that have shaped our Constitution from Lord Buddha, Guru Nanak Dev, Basavanna ji, Sankardev ji Dharti Abba, Birsa Munda, Periyar, Mahatma Phule, Narayana Guru ji, Babasaheb Ambedkar, Gandhiji, and so many more.”
Lighter Moments and Political Observations
In a humorous exchange, Gandhi was asked if he identified with the superhero Batman.
“Let’s just say that no one has ever seen me and Batman in the same room together!”
Regarding his preferred BJP politician, Gandhi mentioned Captain Amarinder Singh.
“I get along with him; he is cool. He is an expert on military history. Hello, uncle Amarinder,” Gandhi said.
On the question of critical thinking, Gandhi offered a sharp critique.
“The USP of our education system now, especially since the RSS has captured it, is how not to make young Indian people think for themselves,” he stated, adding that the system is actively destroying thinkers rather than nurturing them.
Recent Developments
This Instagram initiative follows Gandhi’s meeting with students who had protested the previous month regarding the NEET examination paper leak. These demonstrators had demanded the resignation of then Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and faced police action on July 20.
On Wednesday, Gandhi placed responsibility for the violence against protesting youth on Union Home Minister Amit Shah, questioning whether Shah possessed the courage to address Parliament about the incident.
Instagram has increasingly become a vital channel for political communication. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spearheaded efforts to engage Gen-Z, with numerous Union ministers and party leaders following suit. Gandhi has been consistently sharing excerpts from his conversations with students and parents through this platform.
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