New Delhi: Mithun, the owner of a small salon in Rae Bareli where Congress leader Rahul Gandhi recently got his hair cut, has received a generous return gift from the politician. In an unexpected gesture of gratitude, Gandhi sent Mithun two hair-cutting chairs, a shampoo chair, and an inverter-battery to help upgrade his salons equipment.The incident became a talking point after Mithun, a humble salon operator, served Gandhi during his visit to Rae Bareli, the constituency of Congress leader Sonia Gandhi. Rahul Gandhi, known for his approachable demeanor, decided to express his appreciation by sending modern equipment that would significantly improve the services offered at the local salon.Heartwarming gesture from Rahul GandhiOn Thursday, Mithun confirmed the arrival of the gift and expressed his gratitude for the thoughtful gesture. I couldnt believe it when I received the chairs and the inverter. Rahul ji has done something that will help my business immensely, Mithun shared.रायबरेली में राहुल गांधी ने जिस सैलून में बाल कटवाए थे, उसके संचालक मिथुन को रिटर्न गिफ्ट मिला है। 2 हेयर कटिंग चेयर, 1 शैंपू चेयर और इनवर्टर–बैटरी राहुल गांधी की तरफ से मिथुन को आज भेजा गया। pic.twitter.com/3P1lwZ6LJG— Sachin Gupta (@SachinGuptaUP) September 12, 2024Rahul Gandhis gesture of sending new equipment to Mithun, the salon operator in Rae Bareli, has created a buzz on social media, drawing widespread admiration for the Congress leaders grounded and humble approach. Many users across various platforms praised Gandhis act of kindness, lauding his support for small, local businesses—a move that resonated with the public.Boost in businessThe story of Gandhis gift quickly went viral, as people from different walks of life shared their appreciation for the leaders personal touch. Hashtags celebrating Gandhis act began trending, with many calling it a prime example of how leaders should connect with everyday people. Supporters highlighted that such gestures go beyond political grandstanding, showing a genuine concern for the livelihoods of small entrepreneurs like Mithun.Mithuns modest salon, which had earlier only catered to local clientele, is now receiving attention. The boost from social media publicity has placed his business in the spotlight, bringing in more customers and generating interest not just in his services, but also in the broader Rae Bareli community.
