Rahul Gandhi posted a childhood photo of his grandmother, the late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, on X on 31 December, the day the former leader was assassinated.
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra followed suit, uploading a sepia‑toned picture of the same grandmother and praising her as a woman of remarkable strength and character.
Mallikarjun Kharge, Congress president, posted a tribute in Hindi, quoting Gandhi’s last speech and highlighting her courage, resolve and contribution to India’s unity.
Indira Gandhi, the so‑called Iron Lady, led India from 1966 to 1977 and again from 1980 until her death, steering the nation through the 1971 war, launching the Green Revolution and authorising the first peaceful nuclear test.
The trio’s posts trended on Twitter and sparked a wave of tributes from opposition leaders, civil‑society groups and ordinary citizens who shared their own memories and reflections.
The Congress will release a formal statement on the next day to commemorate the legacy and plan a nationwide tribute.