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The Indian National Congress (INC), commonly known as the Congress Party, is one of India’s oldest and most influential political organizations. Founded on 28 December 1885, it was the first modern nationalist movement to emerge in Asia and Africa under British rule.

From the late nineteenth century, and especially after 1920, under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi, the Congress became the principal force in India’s freedom struggle. The party played a decisive role in leading India to independence from the United Kingdom in 1947.

Today, the Congress remains one of the two major national political parties in India, alongside the Bharatiya Janata Party, and continues to play a vital role in shaping India’s democratic values, institutions, and political discourse.

Founded: 28 December 1885
Current President: Mallikarjun Kharge
Headquarters: Indira Bhawan, New Delhi
Membership: 26 million (2022)

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INDIAN NATIONAL CONGRESS

Social Justice at its Core

At the heart of the Congress served as a platform for politically active individuals advocating reforms within the British Empire. However, two distinct factions emerged: one group sought complete independence from British rule, while the other aimed for reforms within the existing system, with a focus on Indianisation. This division marked the early phase of Congress, as different leaders and members had varied visions for the future of India, ranging from moderate reforms to a push for full sovereignty.They primarily advocated for the 'Indianisation' of administrative services, emphasising that India should be governed by Indians, in collaboration with the British.

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Thanthai Periyar
(1924 – 1973) Perarignar Anna
(1935 – 1969) Muthamizharignar Kalaignar
(1938 – 2018) Thalapathy
(1968 – Present)

Vaikom Satyagraha

1924

Gandhi led the Congress party during the 2014 and 2019 general elections, where the party experienced significant defeats, securing 44 and 52 seats, respectively. Ahead of the 2024 Indian general elections, Gandhi spearheaded the Bharat Jodo Yatra and the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, contributing to the INC winning 99 seats and regaining the status of Official Opposition for the first time in a decade. Gandhi won the Rae Bareli Lok Sabha constituency in the 2024 elections and was nominated to serve as Leader of the Opposition.

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Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu

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Meeting 15 Jan 2024

District Meeting - January 2024

Hosur, Krishnagiri

Monthly district committee meeting to discuss upcoming campaigns and strategies.

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