Rajiv Gandhi, India's youngest Prime Minister, catalyzed technological advancements, youth empowerment, and modernized governance, here are some things to know about him.
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Rajiv Gandhi had no initial interest in the political landscape, he pursued an aviation career and worked as a commercial pilot for Indian Airlines.
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He played a pivotal role in modernizing India by promoting the use of computers and, leading to the establishment of the C-DOT in 1984.
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One of the most controversial aspects of Rajiv Gandhi's tenure as Prime Minister was his decision to send the Indian Peacekeeping Force to Sri Lanka in 1987.
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This decision empowered millions of young Indians to participate in the democratic process, fostering a new generation of politically aware citizens.
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Rajiv Gandhi played a crucial role in strengthening India's international relations, particularly with the United States & the Soviet Union during the Cold War era.
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He introduced significant reforms aimed at empowering local bodies through the Panchayati Raj system.
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Rajiv Gandhi's assassination in 1991 by a suicide bomber from the LTTE was a turning point in Indian history.