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Is Indian democracy dying?
S01 · E03·7:55·EN·May 15, 2026
Mahatma Gandhi, Indira Gandhi and A. P. J. Abdul Kalam look into India’s uncertain future.
About this episode
"Is Indian Democracy Dying?" delves into the heart of India's political landscape, bringing together the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, with two of its most influential leaders, Indira Gandhi and A. P. J. Abdul Kalam. The episode explores the complexities of sustaining a democratic system in a country marked by diversity, rapid change, and socio-economic disparity. The conversation weaves through historical reflections and present-day realities, questioning whether the democratic ideals envisioned during the struggle for independence are being upheld or eroded.