Archive · 20 Jan 2026

India Needs Transformative Political Leadership

India Needs Transformative Political Leadership

The article discusses the lack of genuine political leadership in India.

It highlights the need for leaders who are committed to serving the people, much like the King of Bhutan, who promised to protect and serve his people with kindness, justice, and equality.

The upcoming elections in India offer a chance to change the political culture, but political parties often prioritize winnability over credibility.

The article points out five key issues in Indian politics: posturing, populism, polarization, personalism, and phantom politics.

It calls for transformative leadership and responsible citizenship to address these problems and strengthen democracy.

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