Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi

Indira Gandhi was India's first and only woman Prime Minister, serving from 1966 to 1977 and again from 1980 until her assassination in 1984. She was known for her strong leadership, implementing significant policies like the Green Revolution to boost agriculture and modernizing India’s economy. Gandhi played a key role in shaping India’s domestic and foreign policies, emphasizing national sovereignty. Her tenure was marked by both accomplishments and controversy, including a period of political lockdown called the Emergency. She remains a prominent and influential figure in Indian history, recognized for her assertive leadership and vision for the nation.