Ten Congress MPs have written to party chief Sonia Gandhi suggesting that the Party General Secretary Rahul Gandhi be appointed as the Leader of the Parliamentary party in the Lok Sabha .

In a joint letter, the Lok Sabha MPs have said that as Leader of the House, Rahul would be able to speak dynamically on issues concerning the masses and inspire fellow Parliamentarians to follow his example. Bhakta Charan Das, who represents Kalahandi constituency in Odisha, wrote, it is the need of the hour that Rahul should play a larger and proactive role in Parliament as the party is facing many challenges inside and outside Parliament.

Nine other members of the Lok Sabha signed the letter as they believe Rahul is quite capable of speaking dynamically on issues affecting the common man and thereby create a sense of confidence among their counterparts. The MPs felt that Rahul would be able to strike a rapport with the Opposition and allies in a more effective manner. The letter said,it was the need of the hour to create a sense of confidence among the countrymen.

The post of Leader of the Lok Sabha has been lying vacant ever since Pranab Mukherjee resigned to contest the Presidential elections.

Earlier this week, Rahul indicated his keenness for a more pro-active role in the party and the government. He said that his two bosses will decide the exact time when he should assume a greater responsibility.