Sonia Gandhi Memoir to Be Published by HarperCollins in India on November 10
Congress leader Sonia Gandhi's upcoming memoir, Belonging: A Journey of Love, will be published in India by HarperCollins on November 10, 2026.
The announcement comes after Penguin Random House India decided not to proceed with the publication of the memoir in India. The change of publisher has attracted considerable political attention because of the book's expected discussion of Sonia Gandhi's personal journey and India's political history.
HarperCollins Takes Over Indian Publication
HarperCollins India has announced that it will publish and distribute Sonia Gandhi's memoir in the Indian market. The book is scheduled for release on November 10, the same date planned for its international publication.
The publisher has described the memoir as a deeply personal account covering themes such as love, identity, duty and belonging. It is also expected to provide an insider's perspective on India's political journey.
Dispute With Penguin Random House India
The memoir was initially expected to be published in India by Penguin Random House India. However, the publishing arrangement did not move forward after discussions between the publisher and Sonia Gandhi's team.
Reports said the discussions involved proposed editorial changes and deletions. Congress leaders raised concerns about the issue, while Penguin Random House India denied that external pressure was responsible for the decision and said the two sides were unable to reach an understanding on a particular issue.
Political Attention Around the Book
The memoir has attracted attention because Sonia Gandhi has been one of the most influential figures in Indian politics for several decades.
The book is expected to cover her journey from her childhood in post-war Italy to her life in India, her marriage to former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, and her long involvement in the country's political affairs.
The controversy surrounding the publication has also added a new dimension to the ongoing Political War between the Congress and BJP.
What the Memoir Could Reveal
Sonia Gandhi's political journey has been closely connected with several major developments in modern Indian history. Her memoir is expected to provide a personal perspective on important political and family events.
