Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute on Tuesday to the former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi’s 107th birth anniversary. Taking to X, Modi wrote, “Tributes to our former Prime Minister, Smt. Indira Gandhi Ji on her birth anniversary.”
Indira Gandhi served as India’s prime minister for over 15 years between 1966 and 1984. She is remembered for her leadership during critical moments in India’s history — particularly for her role in the Liberation War of Bangladesh in 1971.
Here are five key things about Indira Gandhi
Indira Gandhi’s legacy remains an integral part of India’s history. From her impactful leadership during crises to her transformative role in shaping India’s political, social, and economic structures, she continues to be remembered as a formidable figure in Indian politics. She was succeeded by her son Rajiv Gandhi as India’s prime minister.
While Indira Gandhi is fondly remembered for her various achievements, her role in imposing National Emergency in 1975 and subsequent suppression of fundamental rights of the people remains a hotly debated aspect of her politics. Prime Minister Modi’s tribute on Tuesday reflected the enduring respect for her role in nation-building and her lasting impact on the Indian subcontinent and the world.
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Modi pays tribute to Indira Gandhi, 5 things about former Indian prime minister
