Rajiv Gandhi birth anniversary: 7 facts about India's youngest PM
Here are 7 lesser-known facts about India's youngest Prime Minister
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Hesitant Politician
Rajiv Gandhi entered politics only after the untimely death of his younger brother, Sanjay Gandhi, in 1980. Initially, he was reluctant to join the political field
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Pioneering IT Reforms
Under Rajiv Gandhi's leadership, India's information technology sector saw substantial growth. He was instrumental in advancing computerization and IT development
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Youngest Prime Minister
At the age of 40, Rajiv Gandhi became India's youngest Prime Minister following the assassination of his mother, Indira Gandhi, in 1984
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Modernization Advocate
Rajiv Gandhi was a staunch advocate for modernizing India's infrastructure, particularly in the transportation and telecommunications sectors
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Nobel Peace Prize Consideration
In 1989, Rajiv Gandhi was considered for the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts in promoting peace and resolving conflicts, especially in Sri Lanka
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Tragic Assassination
Rajiv Gandhi's life tragically ended in 1991 when he was assassinated by the LTTE during a campaign rally in Tamil Nadu, bringing an end to his efforts to establish peace