Rajiv Gandhi became the seventh Prime Minister of India. He assumed office on 31 October 1984, following the assassination of his mother, Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Rajiv Gandhi's entry into politics was sudden and unexpected, as he had initially pursued a career as a professional pilot.
Rajiv Gandhi led the Indian National Congress to a decisive victory in the general elections held in December 1984. The party secured a massive majority in the Lok Sabha (the lower house of India's Parliament), and Rajiv Gandhi became the Prime Minister.He took his oath on 31 December 1984.
During his tenure, Rajiv Gandhi implemented several economic and technological reforms. He emphasized modernization, computerization, and the expansion of education and technology infrastructure. However, his government also faced challenges, including controversies related to the Bofors scandal and political unrest in Punjab.
Rajiv Gandhi served as the Prime Minister until 02 December 1989. After his term, he continued to be active in politics until his assassination on 21 May 1991, during an election campaign in Tamil Nadu. His wife, Sonia Gandhi, later entered politics, and his son, Rahul Gandhi, has also been involved in Indian politics.
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