HD Deve Gowda Applauds Modi’s Role in Anti-Emergency Tales

Former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda, on Wednesday, commended Blue Kraft Digital Foundation for documenting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's role during the 1975 Emergency in their book, 'The Emergency Diaries - Years that Forged a Leader'. Addressing the significance of this era, Gowda highlighted the importance of keeping India's democratic struggles alive for future generations.

Gowda stated, "The challenges faced during the Emergency are intrinsic to our nation's historical narrative. The youth should learn about these struggles to appreciate the value of democracy." He reminisced about the anti-Emergency movement that united diverse age groups in a fight to preserve the constitutional order, praising the foundation's efforts in this educational endeavor.

The former PM acknowledged the personal impact the Emergency had on him, including his imprisonment. As India marks the 50th anniversary of these events, Gowda called for scholars and journalists to delve deeper into the events and figures of that time, ensuring the sacrifices made remain in the public conscience. Modi also reflected on this period as formative in his political journey.

(With inputs from agencies.)