Biography "The Maverick Reformer" on P.V. Narasimha Rao Released.

Books & Authors | Dated: 07&08 Dec 2025

A new biography titled "The Maverick Reformer: The Life and Times of P.V. Narasimha Rao" authored by political historian Vinay Sitapati has been released. The book delves into the life of India's former Prime Minister, crediting him as the true architect of the 1991 economic reforms.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • It highlights his astute political maneuvering to run a minority government for a full five-year term.
  • The book reveals unshared anecdotes about his relationship with the Gandhi family and his role in India's nuclear program.
  • It is published by Penguin Random House India.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Book: The Maverick Reformer.
  • Subject: P.V. Narasimha Rao.
  • Author: Vinay Sitapati.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Who is the author of the new biography "The Maverick Reformer" based on P.V. Narasimha Rao?

Correct Answer: Vinay Sitapati

🚀 Quick Recap:

About P.V. Narasimha Rao

  • Term as PM – 1991-1996
  • Award – Bharat Ratna (Posthumous)