Rahul Gandhi is an Indian politician and a prominent leader of the Indian National Congress (INC). Born on June 19, 1970, he is the son of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi, the former President of the INC. Known for his focus on social justice, economic development, and democratic rights, Gandhi has been an active voice in Indian politics, advocating for issues such as poverty alleviation, education, and anti-corruption reforms. Over the years, he has taken on key roles within the Congress Party, including serving as its President from 2017 to 2019, and he continues to play a significant role in shaping the party’s policies and direction.
In July 2024, BOOM fact-checked a viral video claiming to show people in Manipur chanting “Go Back” slogans against Gandhi.
BOOM’s investigation revealed that the video was actually from Assam in January 2024, during Gandhi’s ‘Bharat Jodo Nyay’ march.
In September 2024, BOOM fact-checked a viral, cropped video that was being shared with the claim that Gandhi threatened Hindus.
BOOM’s investigation found that the full video actually showed Gandhi criticizing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), accusing them of weaponizing institutions like the CBI, ED, and the Election Commission.
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