The Presidential Years 2012 to 2017

“The Presidential Years: 2012–2017” is Pranab Mukherjee’s insider account of his tenure as the President of India, offering a rare view of how the Rashtrapati Bhavan engages with governments, institutions and crises. Drawing on decades of political experience, he reflects on key decisions, coalition politics, policy debates and constitutional questions that shaped the final UPA years and the transition to a new leadership in New Delhi. Written in a measured, reflective tone, the book helps readers understand how a president balances personal conviction, party history and constitutional duty during moments of national importance, making it an essential read for anyone interested in contemporary Indian political history.