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Modi's India Episode 4: The Storyteller

May 27, 2024

Exploring Modi's leadership qualities and the evolution of Indian cinema, the podcast delves into the impact of political influence on creative freedom in the media industry. It also discusses Modi's rhetoric and Muslim exclusion, the political landscape in India, and the themes of unity and resilience in modern India.

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ANECDOTE

Modi Supporter's Perspective

Uday Komet, a Modi supporter, believes Modi is selfless and will lead India to become a global superpower.
He also believes Modi embodies the Hindu principle of 'the world is one family'.

INSIGHT

Conflicting Views on Modi's Inclusiveness

Modi supporters view his vision as inclusive and hopeful, emphasizing India's potential as a superpower.
Critics, however, argue this inclusiveness is superficial and masks a threat to India's founding values.

ANECDOTE

Gandhi's Inclusive Vision

Tushar Gandhi, Mahatma Gandhi's great-grandson, contrasts his ancestor's vision of a pluralistic India with Modi's.
He cites Gandhi's stance on cow slaughter, emphasizing his respect for differing views, unlike current Hindu nationalists.

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