Subramanian Swamy alleges Russian involvement in Sanjay Gandhi's death on podcast
New Delhi: In yet another bombshell revelation, BJP leader Dr. Subramanian Swamy has stirred controversy by claiming that Sanjay Gandhi, the son of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, did not die in a natural accident, but was allegedly killed by Russia. Swamy made these explosive remarks during a candid interview on the podcast Unplugged Shubhankar, hosted by former Aaj Tak anchor Shubhankar Mishra.
Swamy, known for his outspoken nature and often controversial opinions, shared his theory while recounting his friendship with Rajiv Gandhi, Sanjay’s younger brother, who later succeeded him in politics after Sanjay’s untimely death in 1980.
During the podcast, Swamy alleged that Sanjay Gandhi’s death in a plane crash was not an accident, as widely believed, but a deliberate act orchestrated by Russia. He explained that Russia viewed Sanjay as a threat due to his inclination to bring India closer to the United States. Swamy stated, “Russia killed him. They feared he would take India to America. There is a lot of proof for that.”
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He further revealed that he had spoken to Indira Gandhi about his suspicions at the time, but according to Swamy, she responded with a resigned acceptance, saying, “What is the use? He will not come back.” The implication, according to Swamy, was that even though Indira Gandhi may have suspected foul play, she believed that there was no point in pursuing the matter further.
Sanjay Gandhi’s death had long been considered a tragic accident, with the young leader's plane crashing shortly after takeoff during a routine flight over New Delhi. However, Swamy’s claims about foreign interference are likely to ignite new debates about the circumstances surrounding his death.
The veteran politician also shared anecdotes about his close friendship with Rajiv Gandhi, narrating how they would often discuss important political matters late at night. Swamy recalled how Rajiv sought his guidance on issues such as Article 370, and even expressed a desire to speak against it, only to be persuaded otherwise by his mother, Indira Gandhi.
Swamy also revealed how he had a role in the fall of VP Singh’s government, claiming that Rajiv Gandhi had asked for his help in toppling the administration. According to Swamy, he advised Rajiv that Chandrashekhar, another prominent politician at the time, would be a better alternative to VP Singh. The plan, as described by Swamy, eventually led to Chandrashekhar’s brief tenure as Prime Minister.
Swamy’s podcast remarks are sure to raise eyebrows, particularly his assertion that Sanjay Gandhi’s death was not an accident but the result of international political intrigue. While there has been no concrete evidence to support such a claim, Swamy's reputation for making bold, headline-grabbing statements guarantees that this revelation will spark intense discussion in political circles.
As the podcast gains traction, these allegations are likely to reignite interest in the mysterious circumstances of Sanjay Gandhi’s death.
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Suspected drones observed along IB in Jammu's Samba, being engaged: Army
Jammu, May 12 (PTI): Security forces are engaging suspected drones observed along the International Border in Samba district of Jammu region on Monday, an Army said.
This fresh incident of drone activity along the borderline comes barely hours after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s first address to the nation following Operation Sindoor and the meeting of the DGMOs of India and Pakistan.
The Army, however, said there is no need to be alarmed.
“A small number of suspected drones have been observed near Samba in J&K. They are being engaged,” it said.
In the backdrop of the situation, several areas witnessed blackouts in Samba, Kathua, Rajouri, and Jammu.
Lights were switched off at the cave shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi and along its track as a precautionary measure, sources said.
On Monday, talks between the DGMOs were held during which issues related to the continuing commitment that both sides must not fire a single shot or initiate any aggressive or inimical action against each other were discussed, the Indian Army said.
It was also agreed that both sides would consider immediate measures to ensure troop reduction along the borders and in forward areas, it added.
The situation remained largely peaceful across Jammu and Kashmir, with no incidents of ceasefire violation reported along the Indo-Pak border Sunday overnight — marking the first calm night after 18 days of hostilities following the Pahalgam terror attack that left 26 people — mostly tourists — dead.
India and Pakistan on Saturday reached an understanding to cease all firing and military actions on land, air, and sea with immediate effect, following four days of intense cross-border drone and missile strikes that brought the two countries to the brink of full-scale war.
Eighteen days of intense hostilities following the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor, which brought India and Pakistan to the brink of war, ended with a ceasefire that restored calm along the Line of Control, the International Border, and the hinterland in Jammu and Kashmir. The Army thwarted Pakistan’s Hamas-style kamikaze drone attacks during the escalation.
Since the night of April 24, hours after India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty in response to the Pahalgam terror attack, Pakistani troops repeatedly targeted Indian positions along the LoC — beginning in the Kashmir Valley and quickly expanding to the Jammu region.
The latest hostilities began in the northern districts of Kupwara and Baramulla in the Kashmir Valley, before spreading southwards to Rajouri, Poonch, Akhnoor, and the Pargwal sector along the International Border in Jammu district. The firing affected five border districts — Baramulla, Kupwara, Poonch, Rajouri, and Jammu.
The recent round of cross-border firing further undermined the ceasefire agreement reached in February 2021, which has largely been seen as ineffective due to Pakistan’s frequent violations along the 740-km-long LoC.
The April 22 terror attack, which claimed the lives of 26 people — mostly tourists — in Pahalgam’s Baisaran valley, triggered a strong response from the central government.
The India-Pakistan border stretches over 3,300 kilometers, divided into three segments: the International Border (IB), spanning about 2,400 km from Gujarat to Akhnoor in Jammu; the 740-km-long Line of Control (LoC) that divides Jammu and Kashmir; and the 110-km-long Actual Ground Position Line (AGPL), which separates the Siachen Glacier region.
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A small numbers of suspected drones being observed near Samba in J&K. Being engaged . pic.twitter.com/jmGmRkmQ26
