Explores the aftermath of Narendra Modi's decisive election win, including reactions to claims of Hindu-centric policies and the implementation of programs aimed at uplifting India's underprivileged population through various welfare schemes and financial reforms.
In 2002, Narendra Modi was facing the biggest political crisis of his career. But in the aftermath of riots that left more than 1,000 people dead – most of them Muslims – he saw an opportunity to turn his fortunes around. He would go on to become one of the most powerful leaders India has seen in decades.
Host K. Oanh Ha, Bloomberg’s Sudhi Ranjan Sen and author Nilanjan Mukhophadyay trace how Modi and his government have been able to transform India into one of the fastest-growing economies in the world.
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