Indira Gandhi was formally sworn in as India's Prime Minister.
Indira Gandhi was formally sworn in as Prime Minister of India on January 24, 1966, by President Dr. S. Radhakrishnan. This swearing-in ceremony was a significant formalization of her leadership, marking the start of her first term as Prime Minister. Taking the oath of office and secrecy, she began to steer the country through its complex political and economic challenges, further establishing her authority and initiating her legacy as one of India's most influential leaders. Her primacy in office set the stage for numerous transformative policies and development programs.