NEW DELHI: India’s Congress president Rahul Gandhi filed his nomination on Thursday, Indian media reported.

Rahaul the Gandhi scion, is contesting from two constituencies — Wayanad Lok Sabha seat in Kerala, and Amethi in Uttar Pradesh.

Rahul’s sister, Priyanka Gandhi, accompanied him to Wayanad.

Rahul Gandhi had earlier hit out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi saying money for the proposed NYAY scheme will come from pockets of thieves that Modi have protected.

Likewise, Smriti Irani of BJP will beginning a two-day visit to Amethi from today. (Agencies)