Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi met families affected by violence and drug addiction during the Congress party’s Insaaf Rally in Sangrur, Punjab. The two senior leaders listened to their concerns and assured them of the party’s continued support in their efforts to seek justice and assistance.
The meeting took place on Wednesday, November 4, during the Congress rally, which focused on issues concerning Punjab’s governance, public safety and the challenges faced by ordinary citizens.
Congress Leaders Listen to Families Seeking Justice
During the interaction, Kharge and Rahul Gandhi met the families of Sukhwinder Singh Kalkatta, Gurmel Singh Toot and Parkash Chand of Bathinda.
The families of Sukhwinder Singh Kalkatta and Gurmel Singh Toot sought a fair investigation into the killings of their relatives and demanded strict action against those responsible.
Kalkatta was shot dead in Sehna village in Barnala district in October 2025. Gurmel Singh Toot, a Congress leader and former sarpanch, was killed in Patti, Tarn Taran district, in September 2025.
The families urged the authorities to ensure a transparent investigation and bring those responsible to justice.
Kharge and Gandhi assured them that their concerns would be raised and that the Congress party would stand by them in their pursuit of justice.
Drug Addiction and Financial Hardship Raised
The Congress leaders also met Parkash Chand’s family from Bathinda, which shared the difficulties it has been facing because of a family member’s drug addiction.
According to the report, the addiction has caused considerable financial hardship for the family.
The family requested assistance for rehabilitation, financial support and help with the education of its daughters.
Kharge and Rahul Gandhi listened to the family’s concerns and assured them of continued support in addressing the challenges associated with drug addiction.
The interaction highlighted the social and economic difficulties faced by families affected by substance addiction and the need for rehabilitation and support services.
Insaaf Rally Focuses on Punjab’s Challenges
The meeting with affected families formed part of the Congress party’s broader Insaaf Rally in Sangrur.
The rally provided a platform for the party leadership to raise concerns regarding public safety, justice and the challenges facing Punjab.
Rahul Gandhi and Kharge’s interaction with the families also brought attention to the personal struggles of people affected by violence and addiction.
The Congress leaders reiterated their commitment to supporting the families and raising their concerns.
The development has added another dimension to the party’s political engagement in Punjab, where issues of law and order, drug addiction and justice remain important subjects of public debate.
