The Rajiv Gandhi case involved propaganda, false narratives, and conspiracy theories. Learning to separate verified facts (CBI reports, court judgments) from rumors is a life skill. Apply this to your daily news, diet advice, or financial decisions.
On the night of May 21, 1991, a bustling election rally in Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu, turned into a scene of national tragedy. Former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated in a suicide bombing carried out by a woman associated with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). The event sent shockwaves across India and the world. Decades later, the case remains one of the most investigated political assassinations in modern history.
But what does a high-profile criminal investigation have to do with better lifestyle and entertainment? Surprisingly, a lot—if you know where to look. The Rajiv Gandhi case involved propaganda, false narratives,
In this long-form article, we will explore:
Let’s begin.
The book takes readers behind the scenes of the 90-day manhunt that followed the tragic event in Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu. It details:
Anirudhya Mitra, a former journalist, brings a unique perspective to this narrative. He was one of the few reporters who extensively covered the investigation as it unfolded. His book is not just a recollection of events; it is an on-the-ground account of how the Special Investigation Team (SIT) pieced together one of the most complex jigsaw puzzles in the history of global counter-terrorism. Let’s begin
Immediately after the attack, India’s intelligence agencies—IB, CBI, and RAW—launched "Operation Hunt" (unofficial name) to track down the conspirators. The investigation spanned multiple countries: Sri Lanka, the UK, Canada, and even parts of Southeast Asia.
Key figures arrested included:
The hunt took over two years, leading to the arrest of 41 people. The final judgment by the Supreme Court of India in 1999 upheld the death sentence for some, while others were released after decades in prison.