Hindol Sengupta's Book 'The Man Who Saved India' is a Must-Read

Penguin India has recently released the book 'The Man Who Saved India', written by Hindol Sengupta. This book is a biographical account of one of the most influential figures in Indian history, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Sardar Patel was born in Gujarat and was an advocate of civil rights and social justice. He was also an important leader during the Indian independence movement, serving as Home Minister and Deputy Prime Minister in Jawaharlal Nehru's cabinet after independence. He is credited with unifying more than 500 princely states into the Union of India, which he achieved through diplomacy and his firm stance on matters of statehood. In this book, author Hindol Sengupta gives readers an insight into Patel's life and his contributions to modern India. Through vivid descriptions, he brings to life Patel's struggles against British rule as well as his negotiations with various princely states to create a unified nation-state out of them. The book also delves into Patel's personal life - his relationships with family members, colleagues and political rivals - giving readers a glimpse into the man behind the iconic figure we know today. Sengupta has drawn upon primary sources such as letters, diaries and memoirs to create this comprehensive biography that will leave readers feeling inspired by one of India’s greatest leaders. It is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding how modern India came about under Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s leadership.