Sonia Gandhi Turns Down PM Post, Chooses Manmohan Singh
· India · Times of India, NDTV, India Today
Sonia Gandhi declined the prime ministerial post after the UPA's 2004 victory, as revealed in her memoir Belonging. She cited her inner voice and chose Manmohan Singh, praising his integrity and governance understanding. The memoir details her discussions with Congress leaders and a final conversation with her son Rahul Gandhi. Sonia returned to the Congress Parliamentary Party meeting, where members applauded her decision.
Why it matters
This decision shaped the UPA's first term and established Manmohan Singh as prime minister, influencing Indian governance for a decade. It reflects Sonia Gandhi's pivotal role in post-2004 political succession.
Read the original report — Times of India
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