Sonia Gandhi said student protests against examination paper leaks and problems in the education system had gained momentum across the country, adding that their demands were focused on accountability and reforms.
Rahul Gandhi has alleged that the education system has been “rigged” under the current dispensation.
The day began in Haryana's Jind, shifted to Chandigarh by the afternoon and concluded with a high-profile rally in Jalandhar.
He highlighted steps taken to honour iconic regional figures, noting that the Mohali Airport has been named after Shaheed Bhagat Singh.
The launch event came shortly after Prime Minister Modi flagged off the country’s inaugural hydrogen-fueled passenger train from Jind in Haryana.
The Defence Minister added that once "peace" returns to Jammu and Kashmir, Armed Forces Special Power Act (AFSPA) will be removed from the Union Territory.
With the launch of the new services on Tuesday, their total number has reached 23.
The Prime Minister, who arrived in Egypt on Saturday (local time), is scheduled to address the Indian community.
On Thursday, BJP national president JP Nadda held a virtual meeting with the party's MPs to review the 'Maha Jan Sampark Abhiyan', informed sources.
Prime Minister Modi also greeted and interacted with the people of the Indian community, who were standing to welcome him.
