Gandhi made her last public speech in Bhubaneswar.
On October 30, 1984, Indira Gandhi delivered her final public speech at Bhubaneswar, Orissa, emphasizing her unwavering commitment to India despite political tensions. Her speech notably highlighted her nuanced anticipation of possible demise with her poignant address where she mentioned, "I am here today, I may not be here tomorrow." This speech has been immortalized reflecting her awareness of political realities and the high stakes leadership she embodied through tumultuous political times in the country.