WATCH: He Is No Pappu, Sam Pitroda Defends Rahul Gandhi In Texas

Indian Overseas Congress chairman Sam Pitroda lauded Rahul Gandhi as a “visionary” and “deep thinker” during an event with the Indian diaspora in Texas on Monday.

Pitroda emphasized Gandhi’s strategic approach to addressing key issues in India, contrasting his vision with the ruling BJP’s agenda, which Pitroda claims is driven by large-scale financial backing.

“Rahul Gandhi’s agenda is to address larger issues. He has a vision contrary to what the BJP promotes by spending crores of rupees,” said Pitroda.

Defending the Congress leader against the “Pappu” label often used by political rivals, Pitroda said, “He is highly educated, a strategist, and a deep thinker.”

Gandhi, currently on a four-day unofficial visit to the US, interacted with members of the Indian community and US lawmakers.

During these interactions, he underscored his role in fostering “love and humility” in Indian politics. He also addressed students and academics at the University of Texas on Sunday.

This visit follows a similar six-day US tour in May 2023. It marks Gandhi’s first US trip as the Leader of the Opposition, ahead of key Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir and Haryana.