A Nehru-Gandhi scion, Rajiv Gandhi was one of the most prominent politicians of India and served as the Prime Minister of the country. Interestingly, this political stalwart was not initially interested in joining politics, let alone becoming the leader of the nation. Trained as a commercial pilot, he led a private life, far removed from public attention, until a tragic accident changed the course of his life and that of his family. His brother, Sanjay Gandhi, died in a plane crash, leaving behind a void that Rajiv Gandhi reluctantly stepped in to fill. Though hesitant at first, he quickly rose to prominence in Indian politics and became a key figure. The era of his prime ministership is often regarded as one of the most progressive in India's history. He laid the foundation for the information technology revolution, the benefits of which are still being reaped today. Rajiv Gandhi expanded the telephone network to rural and remote areas through the establishment of Public Call Offices (PCOs). He also brought significant reforms to the education sector by launching the National Education Policy. This initiative led to the establishment of schools, colleges, and institutions, giving a significant boost to higher education in India.