Newly wed Rahul in Delhi for release of passport

He is facing trial in a drug abuse case and had moved a Delhi court for the release of his passport for going to the Maldives for honeymoon. Mahajan had deposited his passport with the court following grant of bail on June 14, 2006.

Talking to reporters here on Sunday, Rahul said he will go to Delhi to attend the hearing. “If we get the clearance, we will fly to the Maldives on March 10 and return on March 14,” he said.

Rahul said his family is happy at his decision to marry Dimpy.

“I have not met Poonam (sister) for long. But, will do so soon,” he said. Rahul’s mother Rekha was present at the marriage which took place on Saturday. To a question on his political future, he said he plans to enter politics after settling down in his personal life.