Lok Sabha polls 2019: Hardik Patel joins Congress in presence of Rahul

Justifying his decision to enter active politics ahead of the Lok Sabha polls, Patel said he could now work for the six crore people of Gujarat in a better way

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Congress President Rahul Gandhi greets Patidar leader Hardik Patel as he joins the party during a public meeting, in Gandhinagar. Photo: PTI

Press Trust of India Ahmedabad

2 min read Last Updated : Mar 12 2019 | 6:30 PM IST

Patidar quota agitation leader Hardik Patel on Tuesday joined the Congress in the presence of party president Rahul Gandhi and UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi.

Justifying his decision to enter active politics ahead of the Lok Sabha polls, Patel said he could now work for the six crore people of Gujarat in a better way.

After joining the Congress at its rally near Adalaj village in Gandhinagar district, Hardik in his address asked the gathering if it was the right decision.

To this, the people said, "Yes".

Targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Patel said when the Congress decided to postpone its