Debunking Myths: Nehru’s Rise to Prime Ministership

The Congress has refuted Home Minister Amit Shah's accusation of 'vote chori' against Jawaharlal Nehru, citing eminent historian Rajmohan Gandhi's testament that Nehru's ascent to prime ministership had the backing of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and had widespread public approval.

The Congress party has strongly countered Union Home Minister Amit Shah's claims of 'vote chori' associated with Jawaharlal Nehru's appointment as India's first Prime Minister. They labeled Shah's comments as a 'blatant lie' during a session in the Lok Sabha.

Eminent historian and author Rajmohan Gandhi clarified that Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, despite being the popular choice for Congress president in 1946, never opposed Nehru as the prime minister. He stated that Patel himself favored Nehru's leadership of the country, dispelling myths about internal dissent.

Gandhi also recounted the political landscape during the 1940s, noting that while many in Congress supported Patel for president, he and other leaders supported Nehru once independence was achieved, aligning with Gandhi's final decision. The narrative challenges the assertion that Nehru's role was a product of electoral fraud.

(With inputs from agencies.)