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Suresh Kalmadi to Rahul Gandhi: Congress Leaders’ Political Career Marred By Scandals (PHOTOS)

Over decades, Congress has faced controversies from the Bofors deal to the CWG and National Herald cases. Some Leaders - Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and Suresh Kalmadi were linked to probes or political fallout, shaping public perception and debate.

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Author : Deevika NM
Published : Jan 06 2026, 02:44 PM IST
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Suresh Kalmadi
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Suresh Kalmadi

Former Union Minister Suresh Kalmadi, who headed the 2010 Commonwealth Games Organising Committee, was arrested amid corruption allegations linked to the event.

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Rajiv Gandhi
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Rajiv Gandhi

Former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi during his tenure; his leadership was politically overshadowed by the Bofors arms deal controversy of the late 1980s.

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Sonia Gandhi
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Sonia Gandhi

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi arrives at court during proceedings linked to the National Herald case, which she has described as politically motivated.

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Rahul Gandhi
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Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi, senior Congress leader, named alongside Sonia Gandhi in the National Herald matter, a case that remains under judicial scrutiny.

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Motilal Vora
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Motilal Vora

Late Congress veteran Motilal Vora, a key party functionary, named in the National Herald case during his tenure.

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Sam Pitroda
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Sam Pitroda

Congress leader Sam Pitroda, known for his role in India’s telecom revolution, named in the National Herald case, which he has consistently denied.

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Oscar Fernandes
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Oscar Fernandes

Senior Congress leader Oscar Fernandes, who served in multiple ministerial roles, was also listed among accused in the National Herald complaint.

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Deevika NM
Deevika is a journalist and communications professional with six years of experience in hard-core news across print, digital, and broadcast platforms. She has worked with respected media organisations including Wisden India, TV9/NEWS9, Asianet Newsable, and Deccan Herald, contributing to high-impact news coverage and in-depth storytelling.With a strong foundation in reporting, editing, and newsroom workflows, she brings clarity, accuracy, and a sharp editorial voice to every project. Deevika is now focused on channeling her newsroom experience into roles that combine strategic communication, creative thinking, and purposeful storytelling, helping brands and organisations communicate with credibility and impact.
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