Debasish Roy Chowdhury

Debasish Roy Chowdhury, an Indian journalist based in Hong Kong and Kolkata with expertise in Indian politics, discusses the alarming decline of democracy in India under Narendra Modi. He delves into the recent defamation case against opposition leader Rahul Gandhi, painting a broader picture of rising Hindu nationalism and its implications. The conversation highlights the erosion of civil liberties, judicial influence favoring the government, and the challenges faced by dissenting voices. Chowdhury emphasizes the urgent need to safeguard democratic values amidst increasing authoritarianism.