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Sonia Gandhi Reflects on Six Decades of Public Service, Love and Loss
✍️ The New Indian Express
🗓 19 Aug 2026, 11:37 AM
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Sonia Gandhi, speaking to The New Indian Express, looked back on her six‑decade political journey, sharing personal memories of love, loss and public service.
Sonia Gandhi, the veteran leader of the Indian National Congress, sat down for an interview with The New Indian Express to recount her long tenure in public life. She traced her entry into politics to the late 1960s, noting how personal milestones intertwined with the nation’s evolving political landscape.
The former party president spoke candidly about the joys and sorrows that have marked her journey, from the early days of activism to the loss of close family members. While she did not disclose specific dates, Gandhi emphasized that love and resilience have been constant companions throughout her six decades of service.
Gandhi also reflected on the changing role of women in Indian politics, observing that her own experiences have mirrored broader societal shifts. She concluded by expressing gratitude to supporters and reaffirming her commitment to the ideals that have guided her career.
The interview, titled “Belonging…”, offers a personal glimpse into the life of a figure who has remained a central presence in India’s political arena for more than half a century.
The former party president spoke candidly about the joys and sorrows that have marked her journey, from the early days of activism to the loss of close family members. While she did not disclose specific dates, Gandhi emphasized that love and resilience have been constant companions throughout her six decades of service.
Gandhi also reflected on the changing role of women in Indian politics, observing that her own experiences have mirrored broader societal shifts. She concluded by expressing gratitude to supporters and reaffirming her commitment to the ideals that have guided her career.
The interview, titled “Belonging…”, offers a personal glimpse into the life of a figure who has remained a central presence in India’s political arena for more than half a century.