<p>Bharat Jodo Yatra collectively attempts to uplift those in distress, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi remarked here on Saturday.</p>.<p>He was speaking at a public rally to mark the end of the padayatra in Karnataka.</p>.<p>The padayatra, led by Rahul, had entered the state on September 30, reaching Gundlupet in Chamarajanagar district.</p>.<p>On Saturday, it covered 14 km in three hours and reached Raichur city.</p>.<p><strong>Also Read | <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/national/national-politics/bharat-jodo-yatra-to-bring-about-change-in-atmosphere-says-ashok-gehlot-1155912.html">Amaravati should be Andhra Pradesh's sole capital: Rahul Gandhi</a></strong></p>.<p>“The RSS and BJP are dividing the society and are spreading hatred. The padayatra has adopted the paths shown by social reformers Basavanna, Dr B R Ambedkar and Valmiki. Those in the padayatra attempt to uplift people in distress,” he said.</p>.<p>He recalled the association of his grandmother Indira Gandhi with voters of Chikkamagaluru and that of his mother Sonia Gandhi with voters of Ballari.</p>.<p>“We will never forget the people of Chikkamagaluru and Ballari,” he said. </p>.<p>Rahul said, “The padayatra has covered a distance of 500 km in Karnataka. It evoked a huge response. No force can stop it. It will enter the next state tomorrow and conclude in Jammu and Kashmir.” </p>.<p>Leaders of the Opposition Siddaramaiah said Rahul was not undertaking the march to become prime minister. He intends to instill confidence among people and ensure peace in society.</p>.<p>Rahul interacted with villagers and listened to their grievances before he reached Raichur.</p>
<p>Bharat Jodo Yatra collectively attempts to uplift those in distress, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi remarked here on Saturday.</p>.<p>He was speaking at a public rally to mark the end of the padayatra in Karnataka.</p>.<p>The padayatra, led by Rahul, had entered the state on September 30, reaching Gundlupet in Chamarajanagar district.</p>.<p>On Saturday, it covered 14 km in three hours and reached Raichur city.</p>.<p><strong>Also Read | <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/national/national-politics/bharat-jodo-yatra-to-bring-about-change-in-atmosphere-says-ashok-gehlot-1155912.html">Amaravati should be Andhra Pradesh's sole capital: Rahul Gandhi</a></strong></p>.<p>“The RSS and BJP are dividing the society and are spreading hatred. The padayatra has adopted the paths shown by social reformers Basavanna, Dr B R Ambedkar and Valmiki. Those in the padayatra attempt to uplift people in distress,” he said.</p>.<p>He recalled the association of his grandmother Indira Gandhi with voters of Chikkamagaluru and that of his mother Sonia Gandhi with voters of Ballari.</p>.<p>“We will never forget the people of Chikkamagaluru and Ballari,” he said. </p>.<p>Rahul said, “The padayatra has covered a distance of 500 km in Karnataka. It evoked a huge response. No force can stop it. It will enter the next state tomorrow and conclude in Jammu and Kashmir.” </p>.<p>Leaders of the Opposition Siddaramaiah said Rahul was not undertaking the march to become prime minister. He intends to instill confidence among people and ensure peace in society.</p>.<p>Rahul interacted with villagers and listened to their grievances before he reached Raichur.</p>
