Although there have been widespread speculations concerning his retirement from international cricket, Dhoni is expected to lead Chennai Super Kings in the forthcoming edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Rahul Gandhi was addressing a public rally at Simdega district of Jharkhand where the elections are underway in five phases.
Heavy security arrangements have been made for the polling which is taking place in Maoist affected area. The polling will continue till 3 pm.
He is the sitting MLA from Jamshedpur West seat, form where the party has not declared any candidate yet.
The JMM, the Congress and the RJD had recently announced a pre-poll alliance in the state. As per the agreement the Congress will contest 31 seats, the JMM 43 and the RJD will put up candidates in seven constituencies.
The other phases of polling will be held on December 7, 12, 16 and 20. Counting of votes polled for the 81-member Assembly will be held on December 23.
