Sonia Gandhi Says Penguin Was 'Uneasy' With Govt Criticism, Calls Decision Censorship
New Delhi: Breaking her silence on the censorship row involving her upcoming memoir, Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi has said that publisher Penguin Random House India was "uneasy" with criticism of the government. While she was disappointed that the publisher did not go ahead with the book, she was not surprised. Penguin Random House India (PRHI) was initially keen to…
Sonia Gandhi, Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson, addressed the controversy surrounding her upcoming memoir, "Belonging: A Journey of Love," published by Penguin Random House India (PRHI). Gandhi revealed that PRHI was initially eager to publish the memoir but later decided against it, citing editorial disagreements. The author's representatives were reportedly dissatisfied with the publisher's proposed changes, leading to an impasse in discussions.
Gandhi expressed disappointment in PRHI's decision, but her unease stemmed from the perception of government censorship. She confirmed that there was no external pressure behind the publisher's choice, stating, "There was nothing external." The controversy gained attention as Congress leaders raised concerns about the government's impact on freedom of expression and the author's ability to voice her opinions.
Gandhi also criticized the Modi government's suppression of debate and consultation within parliament. Ultimately, HarperCollins India announced it would publish Gandhi's memoir, ending the uncertainty over the book's availability in India.
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