# Sonia Gandhi memoir release and social media debut

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> Updated: 2026-10-24T07:33:19.000Z. Sources: 36. Developments: 2.

Sonia Gandhi, chairperson of the Congress Parliamentary Party, has debuted on social media platforms Instagram and X to preview her upcoming memoir, ‘Belonging: A Journey of Love’. Scheduled for release on November 10, 2026, the 544-page book covers significant life milestones, including her childhood in post-war Italy, her 1968 marriage to Rajiv Gandhi, and her entry into Indian politics.

In her digital posts, Gandhi shared personal recollections of her first meeting with the late former Prime Minister at a Greek restaurant in Cambridge, England, describing him as a “very gentle-looking” and “good-looking” person. She specifically noted that her journey of love began in 1965 at The Varsity, where she was seeking food similar to Italian cuisine. The memoir also addresses personal tragedies, such as the assassinations of Rajiv Gandhi and Indira Gandhi.

While Alfred A. Knopf will publish the international edition, HarperCollins India has secured the rights for the Indian publication.

## Claims

- Sonia Gandhi made her debut on the social media platform X. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Sonia Gandhi's upcoming autobiography is titled ‘Belonging: A Journey of Love’. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The autobiography is scheduled to be released on November 10. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Sonia Gandhi met Rajiv Gandhi at a Greek restaurant in Cambridge, England. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Sonia Gandhi recently joined Instagram. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- A mutual friend introduced Sonia Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi. (corroborated by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-24: Sonia Gandhi debuts on X, previews upcoming memoir

Sonia Gandhi debuted on X by sharing memories of her first meeting with Rajiv Gandhi in Cambridge, previewing her upcoming memoir, ‘Belonging: A Journey of Love’, set for release on November 10.

16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sonia-gandhi-debuts-on-x-previews-upcoming-memoir

### 2026-10-22: Sonia Gandhi debuts on social media to preview upcoming memoir

Sonia Gandhi has debuted on Instagram and X, sharing a first look at her upcoming memoir, ‘Belonging: A Journey of Love’, which explores her personal life and relationship with Rajiv Gandhi.

22 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sonia-gandhi-debuts-on-instagram-to-preview-upcoming-memoir

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