Sonia Gandhi Memoir Gets New India Publisher After Penguin Exit Over Edits
Sonia Gandhi’s memoir “Belonging: A Journey of Love” will be published in India by HarperCollins on November 10, 2026, after Penguin Random House India withdrew amid reports of disputed edits on sensitive topics.
Gandhi declined the reported edits concerning Narendra Modi, the RSS, and India-China relations, leading to Penguin Random House India’s withdrawal from the publication.
The global edition of the memoir will be released on the same day through Alfred A. Knopf, with 100,000 copies set for publication.
“Belonging: A Journey of Love” traces Gandhi’s romance with Rajiv Gandhi, family tragedies, and her political journey as Congress president. The memoir also recounts her decision to turn down the prime ministership, while connecting her personal and political journey with the history of India.
The book has already drawn significant anticipation. Commentator Saba Naqvi described it as the most awaited book, reflecting the interest surrounding Gandhi’s account of her life, family and political career.
With HarperCollins India now set to publish the memoir, its November 10 release will bring Gandhi’s account of her personal journey and political life to Indian readers alongside the global edition.
HarperCollins India will publish Sonia Gandhi’s “Belonging: A Journey of Love” in India on November 10, 2026, following Penguin Random House India’s withdrawal from the project amid reports of requested edits to sensitive subjects.
Gandhi declined the reported edits concerning Narendra Modi, the RSS, and India-China relations, leading to Penguin Random House India’s withdrawal from the publication.
The global edition of the memoir will be released on the same day through Alfred A. Knopf, with 100,000 copies set for publication.
“Belonging: A Journey of Love” traces Gandhi’s romance with Rajiv Gandhi, family tragedies, and her political journey as Congress president. The memoir also recounts her decision to turn down the prime ministership, while connecting her personal and political journey with the history of India.
The book has already drawn significant anticipation. Commentator Saba Naqvi described it as the most awaited book, reflecting the interest surrounding Gandhi’s account of her life, family and political career.
With HarperCollins India now set to publish the memoir, its November 10 release will bring Gandhi’s account of her personal journey and political life to Indian readers alongside the global edition.

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