Priyanka Gandhi Vadra turns 54 as Congress leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge and CM Revanth Reddy, hail her leadership and growing role in national politics.

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra marked her 54th birthday on January 12, drawing a wave of warm messages from senior Congress leaders and party colleagues across the country. Born in 1972 to Rajiv and Sonia Gandhi, she entered frontline politics in 2019 and strengthened her national profile after winning the Wayanad Lok Sabha seat in November 2024, which was earlier held by Rahul Gandhi.

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge praised her empathy and firm presence in Parliament, describing her as a voice that connects with people beyond political boundaries. Party leaders were equally vocal, with Supriya Shrinate calling her a fearless campaigner and Pawan Khera referring to her as the party’s “lioness,” a symbol of resilience and courage.

From Telangana, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy sent a personal note of goodwill, saying, “Warm birthday greetings to our dynamic Wayanad MP Smt Priyanka Gandhi Ji. May you continue to inspire many and lead a long life in service of the nation.” Similar wishes were extended by Waqf Board Chairman Syed Azmatullah Husseni D.K. Shiv Kumar and several Members of Parliament, reflecting her growing reach across state units.

The birthday tributes come at a politically significant time, with the Congress gearing up for upcoming state elections in Uttar Pradesh and Assam, where unity and energetic leadership will be crucial.

The scale of greetings shows how Priyanka Gandhi is increasingly seen as a bridge between grassroots workers and top leadership. For Congress, projecting her as a unifying figure could help energise cadres in key election-bound states. For voters, her expanding role also signals that the party is betting on fresh yet familiar leadership to counter both regional and national rivals.