Rahul Gandhi Spreads Diwali Cheer, Makes ‘Imarti’ and ‘Besan Laddoo’ at Old Delhi’s Iconic Ghantewala
“True Sweetness Lies in Togetherness”: Rahul Gandhi’s Festive Message While Making Laddoos and Imartis
New Delhi, 20-10-2025: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi brought a personal and heartwarming touch to Diwali celebrations this year by stepping into the kitchen of the legendary Ghantewala sweet shop in Old Delhi, one of India’s oldest and most iconic establishments. In a video shared on X (formerly Twitter), Gandhi was seen enthusiastically trying his hand at making traditional Indian sweets, ‘imarti’ and ‘besan laddoo’. With the festive spirit in the air, he used the moment to send a larger message about the true meaning of Diwali, one rooted in togetherness, community, and shared joy.
“The real sweetness of Diwali lies not only in what’s on our plate but also in the bonds that connect us,” he wrote, inviting people to share their own special ways of celebrating the festival. The video shows Gandhi interacting warmly with the shop owner, who fondly recalled serving generations of the Gandhi family, including Indira Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi. Smiling, the owner jested that he now looked forward to preparing sweets for Rahul Gandhi’s future wedding , a comment that drew a cheerful laugh from the Congress leader.
As Gandhi rolled laddoos and poured the syrup for imartis, he remarked on the effort and skill that go into making these sweets the traditional way. He praised Ghantewala for preserving the authenticity and purity of recipes passed down through generations, saying that the shop remains a symbol of India’s enduring cultural heritage and craftsmanship. “The sweetness of this centuries-old, iconic shop remains the same, pure, traditional, and heartwarming,” he said in his post, acknowledging the artistry behind Indian confectionery.
In another message, Rahul Gandhi extended warm Diwali greetings to the nation, wishing for “lamps of joy” to light up every home with happiness, love, and prosperity. His posts, combining nostalgia with festive cheer, quickly went viral, with many netizens appreciating his approachable and relatable gesture.
