Fact Check: Iconic photo falsely shared as Sitaram Yechury apologising to Indira Gandhi after Emergency
In the image, Yechury is seen reading from a paper in front of a crowd while former prime minister Indira Gandhi looks on.By Sibahathulla Sakib Published on 13 Sep 2024 10:18 AM GMT
Claim Review:The image shows then prime minister Indira Gandhi forcing CPM leader Sitaram Yechury to apologise for protesting the Emergency.
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Claim Fact Check:False
Fact:The claim is false. The image shows Sitaram Yechury reading a ‘chargesheet’ against Indira Gandhi, accusing her of curtailing civil rights during the Emergency.
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