The Lok Sabha deadlock over ex-Army Chief MM Naravane’s memoir deepened Tuesday as Rahul Gandhi mocked the government’s bind: Trust a publisher or a four-star general? Addressing media post-adjournment, the opposition leader accused authorities of stifling the ‘Four Stars of Destiny’ to bury Galwan truths.
Gandhi claimed the unpublished book is listed on Amazon, contradicting Penguin’s outright denial. He shared Naravane’s 2023 X post promoting the 2020 clash details, urging, ‘Read by clicking the link. Jai Hind.’ This, he argued, proves either Penguin or the general is misleading the public.
For more than seven days, the memoir has stalled House business. Opposition pushes for debate on its revelations; the government resists. The flashpoint: Gandhi flaunting a copy Monday outside, sparking outrage.
‘I back Naravane fully against Penguin,’ Gandhi stated, probing, ‘Would you side with a book seller over our Army Chief?’ Allies echoed that the content shames the regime, justifying the gag on Galwan discourse.
Publisher Penguin Random House India affirmed: The autobiography is neither released nor accessible in any format. As claims collide, the winter session teeters, highlighting rifts over border incident narratives.
This saga reveals fault lines in India’s democracy—where parliamentary privilege meets security sensitivities. With Gandhi leading the charge, expect prolonged turbulence unless cooler heads prevail.