Prime Minister Indira Gandhi

In Rare Pics: The Infamous National Emergency Of 1975

On June 25, former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi imposed a nationwide state emergency which went down as one of the most notorious events in Indian history. The emergency led to the arrests of opposition leaders and the suspension of civil liberties. It was ended in 1977 after widespread protests of different party workers and elections that brought about a change in government.

 

Jul 02, 2024, 17:48 PM IST

41 years of Emergency: NDA ministers to attend rallies to highlight Congress' 'excesses' in 1975

Citing government sources, the report said that around 50 out of 63 ministers were assigned different towns and cities where they will would hold meetings and rallies themed ‘Save Democracy’.

Jun 25, 2016, 11:29 AM IST