Kishori Lal Sharma

Kishori Lal Sharma has been a close ally of the Gandhi family, serving as Sonia Gandhi's representative in Rae Bareli. Originally from Punjab, Sharma first joined the Congress in Amethi back in 1983, where he worked closely with leaders like the late Rajiv Gandhi, a former Prime Minister.

Even after Rajiv Gandhi passed away in 1991, Sharma remained loyal to the Congress in Amethi, supporting other party candidates during the Gandhi family's break from direct electoral involvement in the 1990s.

Sharma played a crucial role in securing Sonia Gandhi's first win in 1999, marking her entry into Parliament through victory in Amethi. When Sonia Gandhi shifted her focus to Rae Bareli, Sharma followed suit.

In 2004, when Rahul Gandhi won the Lok Sabha seat from Amethi, Sharma took on additional responsibilities, overseeing party affairs in both Amethi and Rae Bareli.

Besides Uttar Pradesh, Sharma also contributed to the Congress party's efforts in Bihar and Punjab. He was a member of both the All India Congress Committee (AICC) and the Punjab Committee, showing his dedication to the party's work across different regions.