UP cobbler’s fame soars after meeting Rahul Gandhi; offered Rs 10 lakh for slippers

Cobbler Ramchait's fame skyrocketed after Rahul Gandhi's visit, with offers up to Rs 10 lakh for the shoes Gandhi mended, which Ramchait has vowed to keep as a treasured memento.

ANI shared the video on X.

Since last week, cobbler Ramchait has been the talk of the town, with interviews and photos of him popping up all over the Internet. His phone has been buzzing with calls and requests for pictures from people far and wide. Located near the district court in Sultanpur, Ramchait’s life changed dramatically after Congress MP Rahul Gandhi dropped by his shop on July 26.

Rahul Gandhi, on his way to Delhi, made an unexpected stop at Ramchait’s kiosk. The half-hour visit turned into a cherished memory for Ramchait. Gandhi not only chatted with Ramchait, but also took the time to learn the craft, and even stitched a pair of slippers with him.

ANI shared a post on X about Ramchait with the caption, “Shopkeeper claims slippers stitched by LoP Rahul Gandhi are in high demand, price upto Rs 10 lakh. Cobbler Ramchait says, “People are clicking selfies with me. Rahul Gandhi contacted me. I am getting a lot of calls for that slipper… I have been offered Rs. 10 lakhs for that slipper. However, I denied the offer. I will not give that slipper to anyone. I will frame it and preserve it in my shop…”

Watch the video below:

#WATCH | Sultanpur, UP: Shopkeeper claims slippers stitched by LoP Rahul Gandhi are in high demand, price upto Rs. 10 lakhs.

Cobbler Ramchait says, “People are clicking selfies with me. Rahul Gandhi contacted me. I am getting a lot of calls for that slipper… I have been… pic.twitter.com/aky1Vu9smw

— ANI (@ANI) August 1, 2024

While passing through Sultanpur on his way to Delhi via the Purvanchal Expressway, Gandhi made an unexpected stop at Ramchait’s shop. Gandhi took a moment to share a cold drink with Ram and listen to his concerns.

Story continues below this ad

Ram, grappling with a tight income and a constrained lifestyle, voiced his struggles. Moved by his plight, Gandhi promised assistance. True to his word, the next day, he gifted Ram an electric shoe-stitching machine, aiming to ease his burdens and support his livelihood.

Also Read | Video of teacher lying on floor while students fan her goes viral, UP primary school calls it misleading

“My world has completely changed. Nobody knew me before, but now people come to my shop and take selfies with me,” PTI quoted Ramchait as saying.

Ramchait remains firm on his decision to not sell the slippers Gandhi stitched. “Many people have asked me to put a price on the shoes. I told all of them that it is a priceless possession and I do not plan to sell it,” he said.

PM makes twin pitch ahead of Assembly elections in Assam: Development, anti-infiltration

India3 hr ago

PM Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation for projects worth Rs 18,530 crore in Assam, highlighting development and addressing the issue of "infiltration". He credited the BJP government for Assam's progress and promised connectivity and employment opportunities. He also stressed on self-reliance in energy production and addressed the controversy surrounding the Bharat Ratna award.

View all shorts

Live Blog