Suresh Gopi, the first BJP MP in Kerala, stirred controversy with his recent remarks on former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. During a press conference in Thiruvananthapuram, he asserted that he cannot ignore attributing her despite her Congress affiliation and controversial policies. Referring to her as the "real architect post-Independence until her death," he highlighted her significant impact on India. Additionally, he praised late Congress leader K Karunakaran as a "courageous administrator." Gopi`s statements have sparked discussions, underscoring the complex legacy of political figures in India`s history, particularly during crucial periods of governance and leadership.