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Sonia Gandhi

Sonia Gandhi

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Business
Birthday
December 9, 1946
Age
79
Height
0'0" (0 cm)
Net Worth
$2B
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About

Sonia Gandhi is an Italian-born Indian politician who has played a significant role in Indian politics. She is best known for being the longest-serving president of the Indian National Congress, a major political party in India. Taking over leadership in 1998, she led the party for twenty-two years before stepping down in 2017. She again served as interim president from 2019 to 2022, continuing her influence within the party.

Career Timeline

1968D$0.1M

Marriage to Rajiv Gandhi

Sonia marries Rajiv Gandhi, becoming part of the influential Gandhi family.

1991C$1M+$0.9M

Rajiv Gandhi's Assassination

The assassination of Rajiv Gandhi thrusts Sonia into the political spotlight.

1998B$10M+$9M

Congress President

Sonia becomes the President of the Indian National Congress.

2004A$500M+$490M

Election Victory

Congress wins the general elections under Sonia's leadership.

2004A$1B+$500M

Declines Prime Minister Role

Sonia declines the position of Prime Minister.

2017B$1.8B+$800M

Steps Down as President

Sonia steps down as President of Congress.

2019B$1.9B+$100M

Interim President Again

Sonia returns as the Interim President of Congress.

2026B$2B+$100M

Political Influence

Sonia remains a significant figure in Indian politics.

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