K. Kamaraj was one of the most respected political leaders of Tamil Nadu and an important figure in modern Indian political history. I first met Kamaraj in 1961 at the headquarters of the All India Congress Committee (AICC) at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. That first meeting was followed by other encounters with him over…
My memories of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru
I share my personal memories of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, whom I first met while I was a student at Santiniketan. In this recollection, I look back on my encounters with Pandit Nehru and remember the man behind one of the most important figures in modern Indian history.
Indian agriculture needs more than organic farming
India is often described as an agricultural nation, yet agriculture rarely receives the level of serious policy attention it deserves. This talk reflects on the state of Indian agriculture and argues that the sector needs clear priorities, long-term thinking, and practical solutions. Shri V. Isvarmurti questions whether public discussions have become overly focused on fashionable…
Has Indian education become just about exams?
India’s education debate today seems increasingly dominated by examinations—CBSE board exams, NEET, entrance tests, rankings, and results. But is this what education should be about? In this talk, Shri V. Isvarmurti, founder of Vadamalai Media Group and long-time publisher of educational journals, reflects on the current state of education policy in India. He argues that…
Tamil Nadu’s new government under Joseph Vijay
What should be the priorities of a new government in Tamil Nadu under Mr. Joseph Vijay? In this video, the speaker reflects on the importance of vision, long-term planning, and clean administration in governance. He argues that a new government must move beyond slogans and immediately constitute an expert committee to prepare a serious development…
Landless Labourers — Who cares for them?
A discussion on the continuing importance of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) and the condition of landless labourers in rural India. The speaker argues that as long as agriculture exists, there will always be landless rural workers who depend on seasonal employment and daily wages for survival. Reducing employment days and…
Political ideology still matters in practical politics
In this video, we reflect on an important question in public life: Does practical politics require a clear political ideology? In earlier decades, political leaders and movements were often guided by well-defined systems of thought such as capitalism, socialism, and communism. These ideologies provided a philosophical foundation and helped shape policies, public debates, and long-term…
NITI Aayog must include real farmers and agricultural experts
In this video, we discuss the recent reconstitution of NITI Aayog and an important concern for India’s agricultural future. Agriculture remains the backbone of India, and policies affecting farmers should not be shaped only by bureaucrats and officials based in Delhi. It is essential that farmer leaders, experienced agriculturists, and people directly involved in farming…