New Delhi, Oct 16 (TIWN) Congress Working committee members on Saturday appealed to Rahul Gandhi to take over as the president of the party. A proposal in this regard was mooted by Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and vetted by other Chief Ministers and leaders.

Ramesh Meena said that they "have kept our point" because only Rahul Gandhi can give strong leadership against what the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government of the Center is doing.  According to Mr Meena, Sonia Gandhi allowed them to put forth their views on the matter.  Recently, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel had said that only Rahul Gandhi can handle the Congress Party.