Bharat Jodo Yatra: Rahul Gandhi kicks off 21-day Karnataka leg

After making its way through parts of Kerala and Tamil Nadu over the past 22 days, the Congress’ Bharat Jodo Yatra led by Rahul Gandhi on Friday began its Karnataka leg. Congress leaders entered the state via Gundlupet in the Chamarajanagar district bordering Kerala. The Karnataka stretch will cover 511 km over the next 21 days.

After concluding its Kerala leg, the Bharat Jodo Yatra, led by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, entered Karnataka on September 30. Credit: PTI Photo

The rally entered the state through the Gundlupet town of Chamarajanagar district. Rallies have also been planned in Gundlupet, Mandya, Mysuru, Chitradurga and Bellary. Credit: PTI Photo

Party state president DK Shivakumar, along with other leaders, are putting in special efforts to make the Bharat Jodo Yatra, a huge success. Credit: PTI Photo

After successfully organising Opposition leader Siddaramaiah's 75th birthday, the party is hopeful of gaining similar momentum against ruling BJP during the Bharat Jodo Yatra. Credit: PTI Photo

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi with party leaders. Credit: PTI Photo

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi with KPCC President DK Shivakumar and other leaders. Credit: PTI Photo

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi addresses the audience. Credit: PTI Photo

Rahul Gandhi with AICC General Secretary & Karnataka in-charge Randeep Singh Surjewala, KPCC President DK Shivakumar, Opposition leader in Assembly Siddaramaiah and other leaders. Credit: PTI Photo