In 1969, the open conflict between the Syndicate and Indira Gandhi became apparent. The death of President Zakir Hussain that year led to a vacancy in the position of President of India. Despite Mrs. Gandhi's reservations, the 'Syndicate' successfully put forth her enduring adversary and the then-Speaker of the Lok Sabha as the official Congress nominee for the upcoming Presidential elections.

Whom did Indira Gandhi support in the presidential elections of 1969?

V.V Giri

V.V. Giri received support from Indira Gandhi for his election as President in 1969.

V.V. Giri was the vice-president of India in 1969. Indira Gandhi encouraged him to file his nomination as an independent candidate for the Presidential elections of 1969. He won the election when it was conducted.