Tehseen Poonawalla - 9 Years Of BJP From The Congress Perspective | The Ranveer Show 331

"Tehseen Poonawalla x Ranveer Allahbadia Begins" is a podcast that aims to provide raw and enlightening political conversations. In this introductory episode, Tehseen Poonawalla discusses the need for centrism in Indian politics. He believes that India requires more centrist voices as they can offer balanced perspectives on national issues. Tehseen criticizes both the right-wing government and the left-wing extremists, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a sensible and moderate approach.

Understanding Echo Chambers Echo chambers are like ecosystems where individuals surround themselves with people who share the same beliefs and opinions. This can be dangerous as it limits diversity of thought and critical thinking, especially for teenagers. It is important to challenge our own thoughts by listening to opposing viewpoints.

The Impact of Social Media Algorithms "The Social Dilemma" documentary highlights how social media algorithms shape our political views by showing us content that aligns with our existing beliefs. This creates a digital echo chamber, reinforcing strong opinions without considering alternative perspectives. Political parties relying solely on these echo chambers hinder progress and healthy conversations.

Marketing Strategies of BJP & Congress Both the BJP and Congress have strong marketing strategies that drive the national narrative through social media. They have distinct strategies, with BJP capturing the right side of the political spectrum and Congress capturing the left side. Propaganda plays a role from both sides, as governments want to put their narratives out. The podcast host received criticism for interviewing ministers, but it was justified as they wanted to reach a new audience.

"Left" Economic Policies of BJP "Left" economic policies refer to government control over certain aspects like oil prices and banning rice exports. The Modi government is not completely economically right or capitalist; instead, it leans towards socialism in terms of its policies. However, socially speaking, there are criticisms about bias in journalism where opinions are influenced by extreme ends rather than being centrist.

Missed Opportunities and Strife India's growth in the past nine years has been hindered by unnecessary strife and polarization. The government could have achieved more with its majority, but instead created divisions that benefited the BJP electorally. This led to missed opportunities for economic growth, as peace and rule of law are essential for a thriving economy.

"Lost Decade" of Growth While India has experienced some economic growth under this government, it falls short of its potential. Per capita income grew more during UPA 1 and 2 than NDA 1 and 2. Manufacturing sector development is lacking, with missed opportunities in areas like web3.0 on blockchain technology.

Reasons Behind Indian Citizens Leaving Many Indians are giving up their citizenship due to several reasons: concentrated economic growth benefiting only a few individuals; lack of merit-based business environment; Draconian laws targeting entrepreneurs; inadequate focus on research & development (R&D), such as artificial intelligence (AI); poor policies regarding internet access leading to high internet cuts.

Congress' Common Minimum Program Tehseen advises Congress to not have a common minimum program for the election. Instead, he suggests that they should focus on creating a vision document and be specific about their plans to improve people's lives. He recommends announcing a separate Ministry for artificial intelligence and ensuring uninterrupted internet access across India.

"BJP Restaurant" vs "Congress Restaurant" 'BJP Restaurant' represents Narendra Modi as the star chef, while 'Congress Restaurant' lacks clear leadership. Tehseen emphasizes the need for Congress to present their own vision document and set the narrative by talking about AI, web 3.0, job creation, technology advancement, liberal values, and respecting personal life choices.

The Need for Clear Narrative Tehseen highlights that unless opposition parties like Congress articulate their position with a detailed plan of action in contrast to BJP's track record of nine years in power without significant progress or reforms; they won't gain support from fence-sitters who are tired of traditional politics.

Despite countries like the US, China, and Google investing in quantum computing technology, India has not yet made significant progress in this field. This chapter questions why India is lagging behind and highlights the potential impact of quantum computing on various aspects of our lives.

Rahul Gandhi as a Leader As a Congress supporter, I see Rahul Gandhi as my leader. While some blame the media for his bad image, he needs to take responsibility and create his own narrative. He can improve by appearing on more podcasts and doing media interviews where he talks freely.

"Moral Force" of Rahul Gandhi Rahul Gandhi brings a strong moral force to the table due to the tragedies he has experienced in his life. He is empathetic and cares about people's problems. However, I don't believe he is obsessed with becoming Prime Minister.

Challenges Faced by India India faces challenges related to religious divide and lack of job opportunities for its youth. Politicians use religion as a tool for political strategy, which creates fear among minorities. The rise of mob violence reflects the frustration caused by unemployment rates in India.

Creating Jobs in India The world is rapidly transforming with technology, leading to a reduction in jobs. However, new job opportunities can be created by focusing on research and innovation. It is important to have conversations about creating jobs and addressing the needs of different industries.

Involvement of Politicians "Hindu-Muslim" identity issues distract from the real problem: lack of employment for poor people. The children of politicians are not affected by this issue as they study abroad while unemployment leads to social unrest like mobs seen in other countries.

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The Need for Change in Government Operations To make a qualitative difference to people's lives, we need changes in the way the government operates. This can be achieved through entrepreneurship and creating more businesses, which will lead to economic growth and job creation. Reforms are needed in labor, manufacturing, and taxation sectors.

'Nitin Gadkari' - A Model Minister 'Nitin Gadkari' is considered one of the best performing ministers in the BJP government. He has shown great leadership skills by getting things done efficiently without playing victim or making excuses. His success as a minister highlights the importance of having leaders with business experience who know how to run organizations effectively.

Choosing a PM Candidate When asked about who the Congress should project as a PM candidate, it was suggested that someone young, good in communication (both English and Hindi), and experienced would be ideal. It was also proposed to have candidates for shadow cabinet positions. The idea of having debates between experts from different fields like foreign policy or economy was highlighted as enriching conversations.

"Building Bridges" Approach 'Building Bridges' approach is emphasized, where people with differing opinions can engage in conversation rather than resorting to hate or division. The importance of dialogue and understanding each other's perspectives is stressed for a calmer society. The host expresses willingness to bring guests from both left-wing and right-wing backgrounds on their podcast.

The Influence of Social Media Platforms Twitter, now known as X, is a popular social media platform that dictates what's happening in the world. It allows people to express their opinions and intellectualism. However, politicians also use it for self-promotion and campaigning. YouTube has become more restricted and is primarily used for podcasts. Instagram is preferred for personal content.

"X" as an Influential Platform "X", formerly Twitter, holds significant influence despite being a niche market. Many influential individuals are active on this platform, making it an important space to share opinions that can create sensations in the country.

Different Uses of Instagram Instagram serves multiple purposes: sharing personal stories/posts, endorsing brands or activities,and watching personalized/friends-driven content with minimal political exposure due to algorithm preferences.

Politicians' Engagement with Online Platforms Active politicians like Sachin Pilot consume platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and YouTube but they also rely on ground-level interactions with constituents to address real-world problems beyond online discussions.

The Power of Social Media in Crisis During the second wave of Covid-19, social media platforms like Twitter and WhatsApp played a crucial role in helping people. Through these platforms, individuals were able to connect with government officials and arrange for essential supplies such as oxygen and hospital beds. The power of social media was evident in the way it facilitated communication and coordination during this challenging time.

'Oxygen' - A Basic Necessity "Oxygen" became a critical resource during the second wave of Covid-19. India faced an acute shortage due to lack of preparation, delayed vaccination programs, insufficient oxygen production capacity, and limited healthcare infrastructure. People had to plead for basic necessities like oxygen cylinders or hospital beds while witnessing their loved ones suffer or even lose their lives. This crisis highlighted the need for better anticipation of problems and improved governance.

Empowering Young Minds for Effective Governance The mismanagement observed during the pandemic revealed a need for young minds with entrepreneurial mindsets within government systems. Anticipating potential crises is vital when running any venture; similarly, proactive measures should have been taken by authorities considering COVID-19's impact since its onset in March 2020.The involvementof more young faces could bring fresh perspectivesand business-oriented thinking that may help prevent similar issuesinthe future.It is importantto empoweryoung leaders who can contribute innovative ideasand ensure efficient governanceforthe well-beingof citizens.

The Lack of Youth in Politics There is a lack of youth engagement and participation in politics. Many young people feel insecure and uncertain about their role. The analogy of a cricket match is used to explain that young teams need to play carefully but also take opportunities to come through. Some notable young politicians mentioned are Raghav, Priyanka Chaturdi, and Sudhanshu Trivedi.

'Non-Political' Figures in Politics "Who would you like to see from the non-political world in politics?" Shahrukh Khan and Ranveer Singh are suggested as potential candidates due to their energy and intelligence. X Hash Goenka, known for his empathy, is also mentioned as someone who could make an impact if they entered politics.

Raghuram Rajan's Economic Expertise Raghuram Rajan is praised for being one of India's most intelligent economic minds despite facing criticism from the current government. His roadmap for India's growth related to climate change is described as mind-blowing.

The Story Behind the India Flag Tattoo During his time on Big Boss, he was not allowed to wear a flag pin, which is his identity. So instead, he decided to get a permanent tattoo of the India flag. He faced hate and threats for wearing the pin in public.

'Hate Is Not Good' - Dealing with Discrimination and Threats "I have never been discriminated against," he says about being Muslim in India. However, there have been instances where people targeted him online and made rape threats towards his wife because of his opinions on politics.

The Power of Podcasting In this chapter, the speaker reflects on their podcasting experience and expresses admiration for guests with extensive knowledge. They also mention leaving listeners wanting more and feeling motivated to improve for future episodes.

"Daddy" Context "Daddy" is a nickname given to someone in the context of jokes made during the podcast. The speaker explains that they will have to provide further explanation about these jokes as it may not turn out well.

The podcast episode sparked intense reactions from people across the political spectrum. It challenges listeners to step out of their echo chambers and consider different perspectives.