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Sonia Gandhi’s memoir sparks BJP-Congress war of words over historical

Hindustan Times Nov 11, 2026 at 06:57 AM IST India
Sonia Gandhi’s memoir sparks BJP-Congress war...

AI summary

Sonia Gandhi's memoir, Belonging, triggered a political dispute as the BJP accused her of whitewashing historical events like the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. The Congress party rejected these claims, asserting the ruling party is exploiting old controversies for electoral advantage ahead of Punjab elections.

Key takeaways

  • The BJP criticized the memoir for allegedly absolving the Nehru-Gandhi family of historical wrongs.
  • Congress leaders accused the BJP of reviving old controversies to gain political advantage.
  • BJP spokespersons labeled the book an attempt to sugarcoat the party's historical record.
  • Opposition parties defended Sonia Gandhi's right to share her personal and political experiences.
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