Sonia Gandhi’s Autobiography Introduced at Vijayawada Event
Rudra Raju criticised the alleged intimidation of printers and publishers to prevent the book’s publication, describing such actions as contrary to democratic values and freedom of expression.
Vijayawada: A programme introducing senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi’s autobiography, Belonging: A Journey of Love, was held at a function hall in Vijayawada on Saturday. Congress leaders, intellectuals, writers and literary personalities attended the event.
Former minister and CWC member N. Raghuveera Reddy and former MLC and CWC member Gidugu Rudra Raju attended the programme, along with CPI(M) leaders G. Eswaraiah and B. Srinivasa Rao and representatives of literary and publishing organisations.
Rudra Raju criticised the alleged intimidation of printers and publishers to prevent the book’s publication, describing such actions as contrary to democratic values and freedom of expression. He said the autobiography chronicles Sonia Gandhi’s nearly six decades of public life, personal challenges, sacrifices and political experiences.
He recalled that Sonia Gandhi had declined to become prime minister despite demands following the assassination of former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi.
Raghuveera Reddy said it was significant that the programme coincided with the birth anniversary of Jawaharlal Nehru, whom he described as a visionary who laid the foundations of modern India. He highlighted the Gandhi family’s sacrifices for national unity and integrity and praised Sonia Gandhi’s courage, resilience and commitment to public service.
Speakers expressed hope that the book would inspire future generations.
