Redemption In Amethi: Gandhis' Trusted Aide KL Sharma Secures Victory Over Smriti Irani

The Gandhis reclaim their bastion as Kishori Lal Sharma, the family's trusted aide, triumphs over Union Minister Smriti Irani in Amethi. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, who campaigned tirelessly in Amethi and Rae Bareli, expresses pride in Uttar Pradesh, while Rahul Gandhi acknowledges her efforts. For Sharma, this victory reflects decades of loyalty to the Gandhis, marking sweet revenge after losing to Irani in 2019. Priyanka Gandhi, accompanied by Randeep Singh Surjewala, emphasizes their commitment to winning, contrasting with Irani's loss of face. Irani's repeated challenges to Rahul Gandhi throughout the campaign remain unanswered. A native of Ludhiana, Sharma first arrived in Amethi in 1983 to work for Rajiv Gandhi and has since managed the constituency for the Gandhis. With Sharma's victory, the Gandhis regain prominence in Uttar Pradesh.