Sir — Emergency is one of the darkest phase in India’s history. But it should best be forgotten and lessons must be learnt — politicians must not indulge in such a manoeuvre for political gains. One cannot also forget about Indira Gandhi’s achievements during her tenure as the Prime Minister. She was bold enough to take bolder decisions. The nationalisation of major commercial banks in 1969 was one of the crucial decisions taken by her. Even Sanjay Gandhi’s policies were good but he failed because of the compulsory mass sterilisation programme.
Yes, if India is to see itself grow economically and see development in the real sense, it will need leaders who can take bold decisions. leaders must rise above vote-bank politics.