Thiruvananthapuram, Nov 10 Keralam Chief Minister V D Satheesan on Tuesday said he was looking forward to reading Congress leader Sonia Gandhi’s memoirs as her life is a reminder that empathy is the true foundation of politics.
Satheesan, in an X post, also said that Gandhi is an “enduring inspiration” for young Indians who aspire to serve with integrity and heart.
The CM said he received the copy of her memoirs titled — ‘Belonging: A Journey of Love’ — during the day and looked forward to reading it.
He also said that he was surprised to find out that the cover photo of the book was taken by Rajiv Gandhi in Turin in 1966.
Satheesan further said that as the longtime Congress President and UPA Chairperson, Gandhi guided the party with “quiet strength and unwavering commitment”.
“During those years, I was a young MLA and party worker, learning under her leadership. Her life reminds us that empathy is the true foundation of politics and that real leadership is rooted in compassion, duty and quiet courage.”
“She remains an enduring inspiration for young Indians who aspire to serve with integrity and heart. Looking forward to reading this personal journey of love, loss and belonging,” he said, sharing pictures of him going through the book.
State Home Minister and senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala also said that he was looking forward to reading Gandhi’s memoirs and extended his heartfelt wishes to her.
“Sonia Gandhi ji’s memoir, Belonging: A Journey of Love, releases today. I look forward to reading her reflections on politics, history and the deeply personal experiences that have shaped her journey. Heartfelt wishes @SoniaGandhi ji for the book and its release,” he said in an X post.
(PTI News)
