Anand (Gujarat): Congress leader Rahul Gandhi began his one-day visit to Gujarat on Saturday by addressing newly elected district unit presidents at an event here.
Gandhi arrived at Vadodara Airport in the morning and was taken directly to the event venue in Anand, where a three-day training camp for Congress workers, including district unit presidents, is being held.
The Congress posted on social media platform ‘X’ that Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, addressed the training camp for district presidents organized under the ‘Organization Creation Campaign.’
The Gujarat unit of the Congress has organized the camp for newly appointed district Congress committee presidents at a resort near Anand city, in preparation for the 2027 state assembly elections. The camp will conclude on July 28.
The party had earlier stated that the aim of the camp is to prepare a blueprint for the party’s Mission 2027.
Gandhi will also hold discussions with leaders from the cooperative sector and dairy farmers.
This discussion takes place against the backdrop of recent protests by dairy farmers outside Sabar Dairy in Himmatnagar town of North Gujarat over milk procurement prices.
As part of efforts to strengthen the party’s organization at the district level ahead of the 2027 state assembly elections, the Congress recently appointed new presidents for all district Congress committees.
Vadodara Airport
Vadodara Airport, also known as Civil Airport Harni, is a domestic airport located in Vadodara, Gujarat, India. Established in 1951, it was originally a Royal Air Force base during World War II before being converted for civilian use. Today, it serves as an important regional hub, connecting Vadodara to major Indian cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Bangalore.
Anand
Anand is a city in Gujarat, India, known as the “Milk Capital of India” due to its association with the successful dairy cooperative Amul, founded in 1946. Historically, Anand was part of the Charotar region and played a key role in India’s White Revolution, which transformed the country’s dairy industry. Today, it is a thriving agricultural and industrial hub with cultural significance tied to its cooperative movement.
Sabar Dairy
Sabar Dairy is a prominent dairy cooperative based in Sabarkantha district, Gujarat, India, established to support local milk producers and promote rural development. It was founded in 1964 as part of the White Revolution, a nationwide initiative to boost milk production and empower farmers. Today, Sabar Dairy is a key player in Gujarat’s dairy industry, producing milk, butter, ghee, and other dairy products under the brand “Sabar.”
Himmatnagar
Himmatnagar is a city in the Sabarkantha district of Gujarat, India, established in 1426 by Himmat Singh, a Rajput chieftain. It served as the capital of the Idar State during the princely era and is known for its historical landmarks, including the Himmatnagar Fort. Today, it is a growing commercial and cultural hub with a mix of heritage and modern development.
