The volume showcases the journey of Pranab Mukherjee from his birthplace in village Mirati, West Bengal, where he is still called by his nickname Poltu, to becoming the 13th President of India in 2012 and achieving his presence in the Rashtrapati Bhavan, the presidential residence. Going through abundant material including that available at Mirati and referring to different phases of his life, by culling information from his family, friends, teachers and colleagues, it focuses on his political career: ties with the Congress over the years, life as an active politician including his role in the civil nuclear energy initiative and as foreign minister and then finance minister. It discusses his qualities like humility and simplicity, rare determination and ability to persevere and highlights his vision of India. it brings out his political astuteness and acumen, his capacity of judging people and situations and his love for the people.
There are no reviews yet.