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When 'Uncle Sam' speaks, Congress freaks: Unravelling Pitroda paradox, the last of Rajiv Gandhi's loyalists

IndiaTimes Wednesday, 19 February 2025
Sam Pitroda and Mani Shankar Aiyar, once close allies of Rajiv Gandhi, have a history of making controversial remarks that trouble the Congress party. Pitroda's recent comment on India-China relations sparked backlash, contrasting with Congress's stance. Despite past controversies, Pitroda continues to receive support from the Gandhi family, unlike Aiyar, who faced consequences for his remarks.
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