Last of Rahul Gandhi's 'Baba Brigade' Exits as Milind Deora Resigns from Congress
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Milind Deora announced his resignation from the primary membership of Congress, leaving Sachin Pilot as the last remaining member of Rahul Gandhi's original "Baba Brigade".
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Deora's exit gives BJP ammunition to attack Rahul Gandhi and the Congress party, questioning Gandhi's ability to retain young talent.
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Many young Congress leaders like Scindia, Jitin Prasad, and RPN Singh have criticized the party leadership for not giving them space, surrounding Rahul with a detached coterie.
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Rahul pushed for a generational shift when he took over the Youth Congress but it never materialized, as seasoned leaders did not give young members a chance.
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Deora's resignation comes as the Congress wants to rebrand Rahul Gandhi through initiatives like the Bharat Jodo Yatra, but the exit of a close aide like Deora mars that makeover.