Dr Rajendra Prasad : A gem of Modern India

Prabhat Kishore
Contd from previous issue
Later in the party meeting also it seemed that Nehru would obviously lose, but handling the matter, Patel told Nehru that after his return from London, an appropriate decision would be taken on this issue.
Writing a letter to Patel that night, Nehru threatened to resign if Rajaji did not become the President. Nehruji continued his campaign to get Rajendra Babu out of the field; but Rajendra Babu, blessed by Patel, remained adamant. Sensing Patel’s choice, the wishes of the members and the adverse situation, Rajaji announced his withdrawal from the field.
(To be contd)