Guest Christophe Jaffrelot discusses Modi's leadership in Gujarat, including the evolution of his political strategies, the deinstitutionalization of the rule of law, the influence of the 'deeper state' in politics, and the dynamics between Modi and the RSS. The podcast offers insights into the impact of Modi's governance on society and the political landscape of India.

Guest speakers Priyanka Kotamraju, Tarun Khaitan, Christophe Jaffrelot, and Alpa Shah discuss the collapse of democracy in India, focusing on the Bhima Koregaon case, authoritarianism, wealth inequality, and erosion of democratic values. They explore societal turmoil, workers' activism, cross-caste solidarity, defense of the moral Constitution, civil liberties, urban Naxals, and the political landscape in India.