Rahul Gandhi--India's most eligible bachelor

New Delhi: He is good looking and belongs to the Nehru- Gandhi family, exactly the kind of man your mother would like you to get married to. Aged 43, the political scion has left no stone unturned so far as proving his leadership qualities is concerned. He is currently the Vice President of the Indian National Congress . Due to his immense popularity with the Gen X, he is seen as ‘youth icon' of the country.Born on 19 June, 1970 in Delhi, Rahul has always lived in a protective environment. He attended St. Columba's school, Delhi before joining The Doon School, Uttarakhand. He was home schooled due to security concerns. The family was getting threats from Sikh extremists after the assassination of Indira Gandhi. After his schooling, he joined St. Stephens College in 1989, Delhi to pursue BA but moved to Harvard University after a year. He then had to move to Rollins College due to security concerns and completed graduation in 1994.His mild behaviour, chivalry and cool looks make him the most eligible bachelor of India.His dimpled face and cute smile stole many hearts He started his political career in 2004 by contesting elections from Amethi constituency, Uttar Pradesh in which he won retaining the family stronghold defeating the BJP. In 2009, Mr. Gandhi won re-election in Amethi, more than doubling his margin of victory over the candidate from the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party.Under Rahul Gandhi, the Indian Youth Congress has witnessed increase in number of members from two lakhs to twenty five lakhs. A sweet, sober face, fair complexion, dimples and vibrant smile stole many hearts of India. But these hearts were broken when stories of his relationship with a Spanish girl surfaced in media in 2004. The girl's name is Veronique Cartelli, a Spanish architect who lives in Venezuela.In fact, Rahul had confessed his relationship while campaigning in Amethi during 2004 elections. He had famously remarked, “My mother and sister keep on telling me to propose. If you do not want to propose, we will do it.” Nobody knows the present status of the relationship. Either Veronica has bowed out or Gandhi family has decided against having another foreign-born daughter-in-law in the family. The last word is yet to be heard on this topic.Childhood picture of Rahul with Indira Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi and Priyanka GandhiRecently, he told media that he does not want to get married as it would be akin to maintaining the status quo prevalent in Indian politics that encourages your children emerging as your political heir. Now it is to be seen if there is a woman in this world who can compel him to change his mind and force him to bend on his knees and propose her. Only time will tell.Let's have a look at some of the most amazing pics of Rahul Gandhi:Childhood photograph of RahulRahul in his teenageRahul looks dashing in a corporate look He also carries off a casual look very well.Rahul enjoys reading when aloneThis stuble look of Rahul is what any woman can fall forRahul in a casual jacket and jeansRahul with Chinese dignatoryThe Dabang look of RahulThe fashion icon looks great wearing shades and a blue T-shirt .The Gandhi and Khan family enjoying cricket match. Rahul looks handsome in a black T-shirt. In a deep thought...Rahul- the business tycoonMan with a soft heart- Rahul teaching children.Rahul with Anil Kapoor at a party. Wearing a polo neck T-shirt with a black coat, he looks no less than a Bollywood hero.Rahul in demandHe conforms to the environment wherever he goes.Rahul with his ex-girlfriend Veronique Cartelli. She lives in Venezuela.Rahul with his brother in-law, nephew and niece. He loves spending time with the children.Men in black- Rahul with his brother in- law Robert Vadra.Sonia and Rahul watching a cricket match. Rahul sees his mother cheering the team. He shares a great bond with her.Rahul is close to his sister Priyanka when it comes to taking decisions in life.Rahul, Sonia, Priyanka and Robert together after paying tribute to Rajiv Gandhi on his birth anniversary.This is how Rahul will probably look like as a groom

Rahul Gandhi--India's most eligible bachelor

New Delhi: He is good looking and belongs to the Nehru- Gandhi family, exactly the kind of man your mother would like you to get married to. Aged 43, the political scion has left no

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