Rahul Gandhi resumes Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra from West Bengal's Jalpaiguri

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi resumed his Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra from West Bengal's Jalpaiguri on Sunday afternoon, after a two-day break. He spoke about unemployment among the youth, and the need to fight hatred and violence.

"I started Bharat Jodo Yatra to promote harmony and peace. People do not want hatred and violence. The country cannot benefit through hatred. Violence and hatred do not benefit anyone. This is "mohabbat ka desh" (a country of love). If you ask any youth about their future dreams, they will say they want to get jobs. But in this country, the dreams of youths cannot be fulfilled and thus hatred is budding in their hearts," Gandhi said.

"I have added the word 'Nyay' (justice) in Bharat Jodo Yatra. I believe the reason behind violence is injustice... I am talking about social justice. The Adivasis, Dalit and people from backward classes -- all doors are closed for them. They should feel that the country is working for them," Gandhi said. He raised concern about the 'Agniveer' programme introduced by the Centre and claimed it will not help the youth who joined Army.