Party leaders and workers at Indira Bhavan, the Congress' state headquarters, celebrated the news by distributing sweets and setting off firecrackers.
MPCC chief Arun Yadav expressed hope that the Congress will scale new heights under Rahul Gandhi's leadership.
"Youth leadership in the country would strengthen under the leadership of Rahul Gandhi. Under his leadership, Congress would ensure the victory of inclusive ideology by defeating communal forces," Yadav said.
Leader of Opposition in the state assembly Ajay Singh also expressed happiness and said, "Rahulji has become the party's president at this crucial juncture. The Congress will be strong and the party's base will grow under his leadership."
Senior leader Kamal Nath said that in Gandhi's youthful leadership, the Congress will have a new zeal and enthusiasm.
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