Rahul Gandhi Urges Bharat Ratna for Kanshi Ram, Sparks Political Debate in UP

Rahul Gandhi claimed Jawaharlal Nehru would have appointed Kanshi Ram as Uttar Pradesh CM and has formally requested PM Modi to award Kanshi Ram the Bharat Ratna posthumously. This highlights Gandhi's effort to consolidate Dalit support in Uttar Pradesh and revive Kanshi Ram's legacy amidst tension with BSP. The political impact will unfold as the BJP and BSP respond to Gandhi's assertions and Bharat Ratna recommendation during the state’s political contest.