Rajiv Gandhi
Rajiv Gandhi was an Indian politician and the 6th Prime Minister of India, serving from 1984 to 1989. He was the youngest Prime Minister in Indian history and is remembered for his efforts to modernize India's economy and technology sector, as well as for his controversial decisions during his tenure.
Born on Aug 20, 1944 (80 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | 5 | 6.40 | 0.09% | +20% | 1,380,004,385 | 1,465,232 | $2,900,000 | 3,079$ |
| Nepal | 1 | 8.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 29,136,808 | 15,724 | $34,000 | 18$ |
| Sri Lanka | 1 | 5.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 21,413,249 | 17,297 | $84,000 | 68$ |
| Totals | 7 | 1,430,554,442 | 1,498,253 | $3,018,000 | 3,165$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
India:
Rajiv Gandhi reaffirmed the three-language formula in the National Policy on Education in 1986.
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Sri Lanka:
He was assassinated by the LTTE in 1991.
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India:
Rajiv Gandhi, a close friend of Amitabh Bachchan, was deeply worried about his condition after the accident.
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India:
Pitroda, a Rajiv Gandhi loyalist, is the only leader from the former PM's close circle who remains politically relevant after decades.
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Nepal:
Rajiv Gandhi is cited as an example of a skilled leader and constitutional expert.
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India:
Mandaviya recalled Rajiv Gandhi's vision for India in the 21st century during his speech.
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India:
Dubey questioned whether USAID provided funds to the Rajiv Gandhi Foundation.
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