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In a ceremony held at Vigyan Bhavan in New Delhi on August 12, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially released the autobiography of former President of India, Ram Nath Kovind.
Titled "Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles" (Hindi: "भारतीय गणराज्य की विजय: मेरा जीवन, मेरा संघर्ष"), the book presents an expansive, firsthand account of Kovind's personal life, legal career, public service, and presidential tenure.
The event was attended by Union ministers, senior parliamentarians, jurists, and prominent public figures.
Addressing the gathering during the book launch, Prime Minister Modi highlighted his long-standing professional association with Kovind, reflecting on their collaboration during Kovind's presidency from 2017 to 2022. The Prime Minister described the memoir as an important document reflecting the resilience and democratic ethos of the Indian Republic, emphasizing that the narrative serves as an inspiring account for future generations studying Indian constitutional history and governance.
Early Life, Legal Career, and Entry into Public Life
The autobiography details Ram Nath Kovind’s early years, starting from his birth in 1945 in Paraunkh village, located in the Kanpur Dehat district of Uttar Pradesh. Raised in modest circumstances, Kovind pursued higher education in Kanpur, earning degrees in commerce and law. He subsequently moved to Delhi to prepare for the civil services examination before deciding to practice law, eventually enrolling as an advocate with the Bar Council of Delhi in 1971.
During his legal career spanning over sixteen years, Kovind served as a Central Government Standing Counsel in the Delhi High Court and as a Central Government Counsel in the Supreme Court of India from 1980 to 1993. His legal work frequently focused on providing free legal aid to underprivileged sections of society, a theme that features prominently in his personal reflections within the newly published volume. His formal political career began when he was elected to the Rajya Sabha from Uttar Pradesh, serving two consecutive terms between 1994 and 2006, where he actively contributed to parliamentary committees on law, justice, and social welfare.
Gubernatorial Tenure and 14th Presidency of India
Prior to assuming the highest constitutional office, Ram Nath Kovind served as the Governor of Bihar from August 2015 to June 2017. His tenure as Governor was marked by institutional reforms in state universities and constitutional oversight during key legislative developments. In July 2017, Kovind was elected as the 14th President of India, becoming the first leader from Uttar Pradesh to hold the position.
During his presidency, Kovind conducted multiple state visits to bolster India's diplomatic relations across Africa, Europe, and Asia, while emphasizing educational reform, environmental sustainability, and rural development domestically. In his autobiography, Kovind reflects on managing key constitutional moments, interacting with international dignitaries, and maintaining the neutral dignity of the Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Historical Value and Institutional Impact
The release of Kovind’s autobiography adds to a long tradition of memoirs authored by former Indian Heads of State, offering political scientists, historians, and citizens valuable insights into the functioning of India's democratic institutions. Observers note that the book provides a nuanced, behind-the-scenes view of governance, constitutional stewardship, and the evolution of social mobility in post-independence India.