Jacobin Radio Long Reads: The Rise and Rule of India’s Hindu Right w/ Siddhartha Deb
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Mar 21, 2025 
Siddhartha Deb, an author known for revealing the darker aspects of modern India, joins the discussion on the rise of the Hindu right and its impact on Indian society. They delve into Narendra Modi's decade-long rule and the BJP's Hindutva agenda, examining its effects on marginalized communities and democracy. Deb critiques the intersection of neoliberalism and Hindutva, the politicization of sports like the IPL, and explores the tragic story of Father Stan Swamy, advocating for indigenous rights amid rising authoritarianism and media control.
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Bleak Outlook for India
- India faces a bleak political and social landscape under Modi's rule.
- The opposition is weak, the media is compliant, and hatred towards minorities is widespread.
Neoliberalism and the Hindu Right
- Neoliberalism in India paved the way for the rise of the Hindu right.
- The media and elites obscured this link, promoting a false narrative of progress.
Uneven Development Under Modi
- Economic growth under Modi has benefited oligarchs while human development lags.
- India trails behind its neighbors in key metrics like public health and child malnutrition.