ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash

Pappu Yadav is an independent MP from Bihar’s Purnia. He has been elected to the Lok Sabha six times and has been active in politics since the 1990s. He spent 12 years in jail in the Ajit Sarkar murder case, but was later acquitted. In 2015, he launched his party, the Jan Adhikar Party, which was merged into the Congress in 2024. He is known for his ‘Robinhood’ image, often seen helping the underprivileged and giving financial aid to those in need.In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Pappu Yadav discusses his deep affection for the Congress party and explains why the party refuses to acknowledge his long-standing support. He defends the 'bahubali' tag often attached to him, claiming that many of the cases against him were politically motivated.He also shares his views on Pakistan’s founder, Mohammad Ali Jinnah, the issue of infiltration in Bihar, and his opinion on Jan Suraj founder Prashant Kishor.00:00 – Introduction01:04 – Pappu Yadav joining Jan Suraaj?03:28 – Manmohan Singh's Tenure in UPA 207:31 – Family Background15:44 – Manmohan Singh and Indo-US Nuclear Deal19:26 – Congress and Jagjivan Ram24:40 – Cases Against Pappu Yadav30:47 – Doctors vs Pappu Yadav32:44 – Higher Education in Bihar36:22 – Remarks on Jinnah39:55 – 'Robinhood of Bihar'43:38 – Muslim-Yadav Equation in Bihar48:18 – 'Jungle Raj' Debate55:56 – Impact of Op Sindoor on 2025 Bihar Polls1:03:48 – Rising Crime Rate in Bihar1:12:38 – Congress Leadership in Bihar1:26:17 – AIMIM & Mahagathbandhan Talk1:28:17 – Denied Entry to Rahul's Van Row1:33:07 – Purulia Arms Drop Case1:35:41 – Snap Reaction Segment

Nishikant Dubey is a member of the BJP representing Godda constituency in the Lok Sabha. He is known for his fierce criticism of the opposition and his outspoken, no-nonsense style. In Parliament, he is seen as one of the most vocal and assertive voices from the BJP benches.In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Nishikant Dubey discusses Prime Minister Modi’s succession plan and the role of the RSS in selecting the next BJP chief. He also addresses his controversial remarks about the Supreme Court and the “Patak Patak ke Maarenge” comment directed at the Thackeray brothers.The conversation also covers the Bihar voter list revision controversy, the Rohingya-Bangladeshi deportation drive, and his views on the Gandhi family.00:00 – Introduction 01:05 – Did Nehru Give CIA Access to an Indian Airbase? 04:37 – Revenge Against the Gandhi Family & Nehru? 06:29 – Did Russia Control Indian Print Media? 08:34 – Why the Deep State Doesn’t Work in India 15:11 – British Role in Operation Bluestar? 21:18 – "Raj-Uddhav Ko Patak Patak Ke Marenge..." 33:19 – "Muslim Commissioner" Controversy 38:23 – Bihar Voter Roll Revision Row 40:11 – Bangladeshi Infiltration in Bengal 46:30 – Mahua Moitra vs Nishikant Dubey 47:54 – Is BJP Targeting the Muslim Community? 53:01 – Will Muslims Vote for BJP? 57:27 – Friendship with Owaisi 58:34 – Ideological Rifts at Home 1:00:48 – Why He’s Called ‘Baba’ 1:02:28 – Who After Modi? 1:05:15 – RSS vs Modi–Shah Over BJP Chief 1:10:04 – Impact of 'Narender Surrender' Slogan 1:11:28 – Did Indira Make a Mistake by Creating Bangladesh? 1:14:26 – Why Indian-Origin CEOs Are Silent on Op Sindoor 1:15:54 – Inside the Op Sindoor Delegation 1:23:26 – Remarks Against the Supreme Court 1:27:09 – 4th Term in Lok Sabha 1:30:29 – Closing

In a riveting discussion, guests include Colonel Hunny Bakshi, a military intelligence officer, and Pavithran Rajan, a tech-savvy ex-intelligence officer. They dive into Operation Sindoor, unraveling its strategic significance amidst India-Pakistan tensions. Listeners hear about the intricate timeline of attacks and the geopolitical shifts involving China and the U.S. Insights into covert operations, the importance of human intelligence, and the psychological toll on operatives add depth to understanding modern warfare. A must-listen for national security enthusiasts!

Jibesh Kumar is currently serving as the Minister of Urban Development and Housing in the Government of Bihar. In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, he discusses the impact of Rahul Gandhi's visit to Bihar ahead of the upcoming polls, the role of the INDIA alliance, and Tejashwi Yadav's "tired" claims about Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.The conversation also touches on key urban issues such as metro rail projects, waterlogging during the monsoon, the Smart City Mission, and overall infrastructure and urban development under Nitish Kumar's regime.00:00 – Introduction00:23 – NDA Alliance in Bihar02:53 – Waterlogging Issue in Patna05:45 – Urban Development in Bihar08:45 – Metro Rail Projects in Bihar10:31 – Winning from the Jale Seat12:33 – INDIA Alliance in Bihar14:58 – Tejashwi's Remarks on Nitish Kumar’s Health17:18 – Attack on Darbhanga Deputy Mayor18:11 – Smart Cities in Bihar20:46 – Nitish Kumar’s Health

Nitin Nabin is currently serving as the Minister of Road Construction in Bihar and is also the BJP State In-Charge for Chhattisgarh. In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, he talks about the Bihar Voter Roll Revision Controversy. The conversation covers issues such as NDA’s CM face, road construction, bridge collapses, and the development agenda in Bihar.00:00 – Coming Up01:34 – Introduction01:57 – Road Construction in Rural Bihar06:30 – Bridge Collapse Issues in Bihar09:00 – BJP's Position in Bihar Politics10:20 – The 'Chirag Factor' in NDA12:00 – Nepotism in Politics14:03 – Rahul Gandhi's ‘Match-Fixing’ Allegation15:03 – Corruption Charges16:04 – Alleged Road Construction Scam17:50 – Locals Struggle Due to Poor Roads21:22 – Concerns Over Nitish Kumar’s Health22:31 – Will Nitish Return in 2025?

Vijay Kumar Sinha is the Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar. He currently oversees two departments: Mines and Geology, and Agriculture.In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, he talks about the rising crime rate in Bihar and what the state government is doing to control it.The conversation covers issues such as unemployment, migration, the healthcare system, and the development agenda in Bihar.00:00 – Introduction00:25 – Bihar’s Healthcare System02:20 – Higher Education in Bihar05:25 – Farm Reforms in Bihar07:33 – Congress’s ‘Mai Bahin Maan Yojana’11:09 – Jungle Raj Debate16:06 – PM Modi's Visit to Vijay Sinha's Residence18:19 – Muzaffarpur Dalit Minor Rape Case21:44 – NDA Alliance in Bihar

Sanjay Kumar Jha is a member of the Rajya Sabha and serves as the National Working President of Janata Dal-United. He is also the Chairperson of the Parliamentary Committee on Transport, Tourism, and Culture. He led an all-party Indian parliamentary delegation to convey India's message on Operation Sindoor.In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Sanjay Jha Jha explains how Op Sindoor showcased India's united stand against terrorism and gained global support.Jha speaks about Nitish Kumar's health and whether he will be fit for the upcoming state elections. He also clarifies whether Nitish Kumar will be the CM candidate for the 2025 Assembly elections in Bihar. The conversation covers crucial issues like employment, migration, NDA seat-sharing, and the development agenda in Bihar.00:00 – Introduction01:32 – PM Modi Meeting with All-Party Delegations on Op Sindoor02:48 – Troll by Congress over All-Party Delegation04:35 – Diplomatic Snub to Pakistan05:47 – Congress Leaders in All-Party Delegation08:13 – Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Narender Surrender’ Jibe09:37 – Op Sindoor at Core of BJP’s Poll Push?11:13 – Rahul Gandhi's “Match-Fixing” Claim11:51 – Anti-Incumbency Factor in Bihar13:38 – Nitish Kumar’s Health14:17 – JD(U)-BJP Alliance in Bihar15:11 – Dynasty Politics in Bihar16:48 – Migration & Flood Issue in Bihar22:07 – NDA’s Seat-Sharing Deal in Bihar23:00 – Global Media Coverage of Op Sindoor Outreach Delegation26:50 – External Support to India During Op Sindoor28:05 – Media Interaction by Nitish Kumar30:43 – Reservation in Private Sector Jobs31:42 – Paper Leaks in Bihar33:54 – Prashant Kishor and Jan Suraaj

Manjinder Singh Sirsa is a minister in the Delhi Government, holding the Industries, Food & Supplies and Environment, Forest & Wildlife portfolio. The Rajouri Garden MLA is considered close to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah.Formerly with the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), Sirsa joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in 2021 and was appointed National Secretary of the party in August 2023. He has also served as the President of the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee, an autonomous organisation responsible for managing Gurdwaras in the national capital. Sirsa is a prominent Sikh leader in Delhi and holds significant influence in the Sikh community.In this edition of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Sirsa speaks about the ban on old Petrol and Diesel vehicles in Delhi and how the BJP plans to challenge it. He also shares his views on the controversy surrounding Arvind Kejriwal’s 'Sheesh Mahal' residence, and why the new official bungalow allotted to CM Rekha Gupta has drawn criticism.The conversation also touches on topics like the SGPC, Diljit Dosanjh’s film with a Pakistani actress, the Khalistan issue, and the presence of Rohingyas in Delhi.00:00 – Introduction00:38 – Forests and Wildlife in Delhi04:26 – Fuel Ban on Old Vehicles in Delhi11:26 – Delhi's Anti-Pollution Plan22:16 – Stubble Burning Crisis in Punjab24:55 – Kejriwal’s ‘Sheesh Mahal’26:30 – Rekha Gupta's ‘Maya Mahal’27:25 – Rohingya Settlements in Delhi30:26 – Delhi Excise Policy Case32:14 – Diljit Dosanjh Controversy33:37 – Future of the BJP in Punjab39:52 – Slogans Against PM Modi in Canada49:40 – Protection of Golden Temple During Op Sindoor52:35 – ‘Saint’ Tag for Bhindranwale55:16 – Immigration from Punjab57:07 – Snap Reaction Segment58:59 – Favourite Food in Delhi1:03:24 – Reforestation Projects in Delhi

Nityanand Rai is a Member of Parliament from Bihar and a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party. He currently serves as the Minister of State for Home Affairs. In this edition of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, he speaks about the surge in crime in Bihar and shares what the government is doing to strengthen law and order in the state. He also shares his views on the Rohingya issue, Operation Sindoor, migration, and discusses the NDA's Chief Ministerial face for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections.*Timestamps*00:00 – Introduction 00:30 – Who are the ‘Thugs’ of Bihar?02:50 – What has NDA done in Bihar?06:15 – Delay in Patna Airport expansion07:23 – Bihar During Yadav Family at Helm09:37 – Surge in Crime in Bihar12:16 – Rohingya issue in Bihar15:08 – NDA’s CM face for Bihar15:58 – ‘Narender Surrender’ jibe20:03 – BJP’s ‘Big Brother’ role in Bihar20:34 – Endgame for Naxalism in India

Dilip Kumar Jaiswal is the President of the Bharatiya Janata Party in Bihar. He plays a key role in shaping the party’s strategy and leadership in the state. In this edition of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Jaiswal refers to Prashant Kishor as "Paisa Kishor" and challenges him to name even one significant contribution he has made to Bihar. The conversation covers crucial issues like employment, migration, NDA seat-sharing, and the development agenda in Bihar.Timestamps00:00 – Introduction00:30 – NDA’s CM Face in Bihar01:50 – NDA's Seat Sharing in Bihar03:46 – BJP’s Dependence on Nitish Kumar07:30 – BJP’s Poll Strike Rate in Bihar08:49 – Who is ‘Paisa Kishor’?11:27 – Migration Issues in Bihar13:34 – Reservation in Private Sector Jobs15:24 – Caste Census16:43 – Operation Sindoor18:26 – Land Survey in Bihar20:25 – Development Projects in Bihar21:36 – Singing Talent