Congress leader Sonia Gandhi’s memoir, Belonging: A Journey of Love, has drawn attention for its revelations about her political journey and personal experiences. One of the key topics discussed in the book is her decision to decline the Prime Minister’s post after the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) won the 2004 general elections.
According to reports about the memoir, Sonia Gandhi discussed the decision with her children, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi. Their concerns were influenced by the assassinations of former Prime Ministers Indira Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi. Sonia reportedly said these family discussions played an important role in her decision. She subsequently supported Manmohan Singh as the Prime Ministerial choice.
The memoir also reportedly describes her interactions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Sonia mentions their occasional greetings in Parliament and exchanges of birthday and New Year wishes. She also recalls an instance when Modi enquired about her health.
The book offers insights into Sonia Gandhi’s political decisions, family concerns and experiences in public life. Its observations have attracted interest among political observers and readers.