New Delhi, August 30, 2024 – Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, is hinting at a new campaign called ‘Bharat Dojo Yatra.’ This comes after his earlier campaigns, Bharat Jodo Yatra and Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, where he traveled across India, talking with people about various social and political issues.
What is the Bharat Dojo Yatra?
The word ‘Dojo’ usually means a place for martial arts training, but in Gandhi’s campaign, it stands for a space to train both the body and mind. The Bharat Dojo Yatra is expected to mix physical training, martial arts, and political outreach. The aim is to empower young people and promote peace and harmony.
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During his earlier Yatras, Rahul Gandhi who holds who holds a black belt in Aikido was seen practicing jiu-jitsu, sharing videos that highlighted martial arts as part of his routine. These sessions often turned into group activities, where locals joined in to learn and train. The Bharat Dojo Yatra seems to take this idea further, with a focus on teaching the basics of martial arts to those who participate. The goal is to promote self-improvement and community building.
During the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, as we journeyed across thousands of kilometers, we had a daily routine of practicing jiu-jitsu every evening at our campsite. What began as a simple way to stay fit quickly evolved into a community activity, bringing together fellow yatris and… pic.twitter.com/Zvmw78ShDX
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) August 29, 2024
Details about the Bharat Dojo Yatra are not fully disclosed yet. Gandhi’s recent social media post hinted at the upcoming campaign but didn’t provide specific information.
This campaign marks a different approach from the usual political rallies and speeches. The mix of martial arts and political outreach is a new concept in Indian politics. Whether it will succeed in attracting support remains to be seen, but it has already sparked conversation across the country. As the campaign gets closer to its launch, all eyes are on what this journey will bring.
