On March 11, Rahul Gandhi held an open discussion with members of the Agahriya community who work in the salt pans in the Little Rann of Kutch region of Gujarat. Before the meeting, Rahul Gandhi visited the house of one of the community members and interacted with the family. Sharing their concerns with Rahul Gandhi members of the community said they work in extremely harsh working conditions and they lack access to basic facilities like healthcare, education and drinking water. They also pointed out difficulties faced in establishing title rights to the land where they have been living for generations.


'Development is not just limited to building roads and bridges. Till the time we don't provide a firm floor and a strong roof for the people, building roads will not benefit them. A basic minimum right has to be given to every Indian. To me, development must include every Indian...I cannot change your life in 10 days and I will be lying if I said so. But I promise I will work towards addressing your problems,' said Rahul Gandhi.

Rahul Gandhi also promised to include their voice in the Congress Manifesto.


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