The Accidental Prime Minister is a renowned book on the detailed account of Manmohan Singh’s tenure as the Prime Minister of India from 2004 to 2014. The book is authored by Sanjay Baru, who served as the media advisor to former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.
Published in 2014, The Accidental Prime Minister became a bestseller and started debates in the world of contemporary Indian politics. The title itself is provocative, suggesting that Singh was not the obvious choice to be the Prime Minister of India but stumbled into the position.
Sanjay Baru’s narrative gives a critical examination of the political structure of India during a time of significant economic growth and challenges. One of the key themes of The Accidental Prime Minister is Manmohan Singh’s leadership style, which later brought a lot of controversy as well.
Since its release, The Accidental Prime Minister has garnered considerable controversy. Many critics accused the author of being biased against Singh, while some appreciated Garu for shedding light on Manmohan Singh’s tenure and how he worked as a prime minister. The book undoubtedly opens discussions and thoughts about India’s one of the most significant figures.