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Watch: Rahul Gandhi talks about what he inherited from Jawaharlal Nehru and his legacy

Rahul Gandhi reflected on Jawaharlal Nehru's enduring legacy, emphasizing his role in instilling courage in Indians to resist oppression and stand for truth. He highlighted that Nehru's greatest contribution was not just political leadership but teaching Indians to confront fear. Gandhi asserted his commitment to truth, inspired by leaders like Nehru, Gandhi, Ambedkar, Patel, and Bose.
Watch: Rahul Gandhi talks about what he inherited from Jawaharlal Nehru and his legacy
NEW DELHI: Leader of opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, in a deeply personal reflection on the enduring legacy of his great-grandfather Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, said that his greatest contribution was not just political leadership, but instilling in Indians the courage to resist oppression and stand for truth.
In a candid conversation with Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit, Rahul said, "Nehru didn't teach us politics -- he taught us to confront fear and stand for the truth. He gave Indians the courage to resist oppression and ultimately claim freedom," he said.
"His greatest legacy lies in his relentless pursuit of truth -- a principle that shaped everything he stood for," he added.

Titled "Truth and Courage - What I Inherited from Nehru", the video highlighted Rahul's introspective take on the values that fuel his political journey.
"That's what Gandhi, Nehru, Ambedkar, Patel, and Bose were really teaching: how to befriend fear. Not socialism, not politics -- just courage. Gandhi stood up to an empire with nothing but truth. Nehru gave Indians the courage to resist oppression and ultimately claim freedom. Any great human endeavour -- science, art, resistance -- it all begins with confronting fear. And if you're committed to non-violence, then truth is your only weapon. No matter what was done to them, they didn't budge from it. That's what made them great leaders," he noted.
"Whether I'm speaking to Bill Gates or Chetram Mochi, I meet them with the same curiosity. Because real leadership isn't about control, it's about compassion. And in today's India--where truth is inconvenient--I've made my choice. I'll stand for it. No matter the cost," he said.
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