'Papa looking down proudly': Rahul, Priyanka's emotional note for 'Mama' Sonia Gandhi
Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi have shared emotional tributes to their mother, Sonia Gandhi, ahead of the release of her memoir, 'Belonging: A Journey of Love'. The notes reflect on the personal hardships Sonia faced following the assassination of her husband, former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi.
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The memoir offers a rare, personal glimpse into the life of one of India's most private and influential political figures, humanizing her beyond her public persona.
NEW DELHI: Leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi and Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday penned emotional notes for their mother Sonia Gandhi, who is set to release her memoir 'Belonging: A Journey of Love' in November.The messages came on the birth anniversary of their father, former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, with both Rahul and Priyanka reflecting the relationship of their parents and the personal losses Sonia Gandhi endured over the years.Rahul, addressing his mother as 'Mama', recalled the last time he saw his parents together more than 35 years ago and spoke about Sonia Gandhi’s life after Rajiv Gandhi’s assassination in 1991."Mama, I last saw you and Papa together more than 35 years ago.
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