Wayanad: Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra visited Wayanad on Saturday for the first time since winning her maiden Lok Sabha seat in the Kerala constituency. Expressing her gratitude, Priyanka took to X, "I am one among you, a member of this beautiful family. I am committed to serving Wayanad with dedication." She thanked the people for their overwhelming support, saying, “The emotions running through my mind are beyond words. I thank each one of you from the bottom of my heart for trusting me and making me a member of Parliament. This victory is not just an election win, but a bond of love, trust, and shared values."

During her visit, Priyanka was greeted by large crowds at every stop, a familiar sight since her nomination campaign. At her final public reception of the day, after a roadshow in Edavanna, she expressed deep appreciation for the love and affection from the people. "I’ve come here for two days to thank you all. No matter how many times I say thank you, it will never be enough. You supported my brother at his most difficult time, and for that, I am truly grateful,” she said.

She also acknowledged her brother Rahul Gandhi's role, thanking him for entrusting her with the responsibility. "He respects you all deeply," Priyanka said.

In her speech, she emphasised the strong stand the people of Wayanad have taken in defending the Constitution. "You have consistently raised your voice for the truth, and I am proud to represent you. I will work tirelessly to ensure your concerns are heard in Parliament."

Priyanka reaffirmed her commitment to serving the people of Wayanad, pledging to prove what a Member of Parliament should do. "Because of the love you've shown me, I will stay steadfast in my mission," she said.

Looking forward, Priyanka promised to meet more people in the constituency and visit homes to understand and address their problems. "This is just the beginning," she said. "I want to meet all of you and find solutions to your challenges."

Her tour schedule includes meetings across the Kozhikode, Malappuram, and Wayanad districts, with plans to address gatherings in each Assembly constituency. On Saturday, she completed her visits to Kozhikode and Malappuram, and on Sunday, she will visit Wayanad, Sulthan Bathery, and Mananthavady before returning to Delhi.

Priyanka’s victory in the Wayanad Lok Sabha bypoll came with a commanding margin of 4,10,931 votes. Her brother, Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, accompanied her during the tour and also addressed several meetings.