AT THE HEART OF POWER: THE CHIEF MINISTERS OF UTTAR PRADESH

Category Politics
Format Paperback
Imprint Rupa
Price 395

ISBN: 978-93-6156-969-2
Pages: 320 pages
Date: 5th June 2024

ABOUT THIS BOOK

Uttar Pradesh—the most populous state of the country—has been instrumental in continually shaping Indian electoral politics. In At the Heart of Power, Shyamlal Yadav, one of the prominent investigative journalists of India, delves into the lives and times of the 21 chief ministers of the state, right from Independence to the present day.

From the visionary strategies of Govind Ballabh Pant to Mayawati’s empowerment initiatives, each leader’s narrative is a gripping saga of power and politics. Yadav illuminates how these stalwarts navigated the trials, tribulations and triumphs of the sociopolitical terrains during their terms, leaving an indelible mark on the state’s history.

Through meticulous research, this book unveils the dynamic personalities and legacies of these 21 individuals, offering profound insights into their ideologies, policies and leadership styles. This extraordinary odyssey through the momentous events in the lives of UP’s foremost leaders looks at the past and contextualizes the present.

Whether you are a history buff, a political aficionado or simply curious about the pulse of the heartland of India, At the Heart of Power promises to be a riveting read.

AUTHOR OF THE BOOK

Shyamlal Yadav is a journalist with The Indian Express. He is also a member of the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ). He has been part of several cross-border investigations. Shyamlal is a two-time winner of Ramnath Goenka Award for Excellence in Journalism in the Investigative Reporting category and Best Investigative Reporting Award by Asian College of Journalism. He is also a recipient of the Lorenzo Natalie Journalism Prize, Developing Asia Journalism Award, National RTI Award and Statesman Rural Reporting Award, among others.

Shyamlal has observed, voted in and covered elections, particularly in Uttar Pradesh, since 1989. He continues to write on political and social issues.