The Sitaram Kesri controversy is once again in the news during the Bihar elections. Sitaram Kesri, born in 1919 in Danapur, was a senior Congress leader and its president from 1996 to 1998. He was known for his loyalty and long service to the party. But his exit was dramatic. In 1998, Kesri was pushed out to make way for Sonia Gandhi. Many call it a moment of deep humiliation for him.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Rahul Gandhi both mentioned him recently. Modi accused Congress of disrespecting Kesri, while Rahul paid tribute to him on his 25th death anniversary. It was the first time in years that Congress publicly remembered him. The Sitaram Kesri controversy reflects old power struggles inside the party. Kesri had worked with Indira Gandhi, Rajiv Gandhi, and P.V. Narasimha Rao. His story shows loyalty, hard work, and political betrayal that still echo in Bihar politics today.
