Five Decades in Politics

• The book follows Shinde’s political career, including his early elections, rise in Maharashtra politics and tenure in important national and state-level positions. It also discusses major political and national events during his years in public office.

• Sushilkumar Shinde is an Indian politician who served as Maharashtra’s Chief Minister and held Union portfolios including Home Affairs and Power. Rasheed Kidwai is a journalist, author and political analyst who has written extensively on Indian politics.

The memoir recounts Sushilkumar Shinde’s journey from a difficult early life to a long career in Indian politics. It covers his experiences in Maharashtra politics, his time as Union Home Minister and other public roles, and his perspective on significant political developments during his career.