Indira Gandhi was known in many forms throughout her life. Iron Lady of India, only woman Prime Minister, soul of Congress during the 70s. She was the daughter of Jawahar Lal Nehru and went on to create her own legacy as one of the most memorable names in Indian history. Although these are commonly known facts about Indira Gandhi. But we revealed some more interesting things to help you understand his personality and his skills as a famous politician.
1. He met P.M. Worked as PA in the office of-
When her father Jawaharlal Nehru assumed office, he was a young adult, although Nehru chose Indira as his first personal assistant because of her bright character and intelligence. From there she went to learn the art of statecraft from one of the best hands.
2. Former PM day-
Before assuming the role of Prime Minister, he served as Minister in the Department of Information and Broadcasting. This happened for a brief period during the cabinet of Lal Krishna Advani.
3. Gandhi story-
People always mistake Indira Gandhi for belonging to the family of Mahatma Gandhi. Although the Nehru family was always closely associated with Mahatma Gandhi’s family. But Indira did not receive this name from him. Her husband, Firoz Gandhi, was not related to the famous Gandhi family.
4. His quarrel with Richard Nixon-
During his tenure, US President Richard Nixon called Indira Gandhi an ‘old witch’ after she decided to sign an agreement with the Soviet Union. This was during an era of high tension and choosing sides between India and Pakistan. Nixon wanted Pakistan to get America’s support so he chose his international enemies as his allies.
5. President Friend-
Indira maintained friendly relations with the President of the United States, Linda Johnson, who often visited her and attended dinners hosted by her. Women power, brings us all together. Am I right?
6. They burned the British dolls-
Watching her father and the entire nation struggle against British imperialism, Indira developed an extremely strong character. From an early age he learned to boycott British goods. Because they felt that accepting those goods strengthened the British economy. She is known for burning her own toys, which were made in England.
7. He conducted the first nuclear test-
There is no doubt in anyone’s mind that Indira Gandhi was a visionary in diverse fields. She was the first leader to take steps towards making India a global nuclear power which ultimately led to the successful nuclear bomb test named Smiling Buddha in Pokhran.
8. His own party-
While everyone knew Indira Gandhi as the face of the Indian National Congress, she separated from the Indian National Congress in 1978 and formed her own party. This was called Congress Eye, for which she became infamous. She was victorious in the 1980 Lok Sabha elections but was strongly criticized after it ended.
9. Death-
In 1984, he was assassinated by his personal bodyguards over a feud with the Sikh community. His mausoleum is in Rajghat, Delhi.