'Papa looking down proudly': Rahul, Priyanka's emotional note for 'Mama' Sonia Gandhi

On the birth anniversary of their father, former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, Congress Leader Rahul Gandhi and MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra penned emotional notes for their mother Sonia Gandhi. The notes were penned as Sonia Gandhi prepares to release her memoir, 'Belonging: A Journey of Love', in November.

Rahul, addressing his mother as 'Mama', reflected on their last shared moment more than 35 years ago, following the assassination of their father in 1991. He praised her courage and dignity in the face of life's challenges, expressing pride in her decision to share her personal story. Sonia Gandhi's memoir, which will be published on November 10, traces her life from her childhood in Italy to her political career in India.

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also shared her reflections, describing her parents' relationship as one of the greatest love stories of their time. She felt privileged to have witnessed their relationship and hoped the memoir would help readers understand Sonia Gandhi beyond her political persona. Sonia Gandhi, who remains Congress's longest-serving president, will share her journey from her youth in Italy to her life in India, including the personal tragedies that shaped her.