The Intelligence from The Economist The Modi Raj 1: The chaiwallah's son
Jun 8, 2024
Narendra Modi's rise to power showcases a unique blend of personal history and political strategy. The podcast dives into his humble beginnings and his transformation within the RSS movement. It explores the symbolic significance of his distinctive attire, particularly the Modi kurta, as an extension of his political persona. Listeners will uncover the cultural and emotional ramifications of his leadership, especially the fears among minority communities and the dynamics of his governance. Intriguing anecdotes illustrate how ambition and ideology shaped a political titan.
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Modi's Tailor
- Narendra Modi, India's prime minister, gets his clothes tailored from Jitendra Chauhan.
- Chauhan notes Modi's meticulous attention to detail, even down to hand-sewn buttonholes.
Modi Stadium
- The world's largest cricket stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, is named after Narendra Modi.
- Modi wore a specifically designed outfit to match the Indian team's kit at the World Cup final held there.
Two Sides of Modi
- Modi's ability to adapt his image to different audiences has contributed to his political success.
- He promotes himself as an economic modernizer while also espousing Hindu nationalist views, causing concern.