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Bharatvaarta

Bharatvaarta
India
China
United States
Geopolitics
Mughal Empire
Pakistan
Aurangzeb
Hinduism
Indian History
Akbar
Bangladesh
Maratha Empire
Shivaji Maharaj
Maharashtra
Babur
Israel
Artificial Intelligence
Indian Premier League
$1 Trillion Economy Goal
Congress Party

Bharatvaarta podcast is a commentary on politics, policy and culture focused on India. The podcast brings together people from different walks of life who have varied and interesting perspectives on what's happening around us.

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Latest Episodes

India doesn't have a jobs problem. It has a wages problem.

That reframe from Manish Sabharwal sets up one of our sharpest conversations on why India keeps producing record numbers of graduates who still feel stuck - and what a young person should ac... more

AI is getting better. AI models are getting more capable. And yet, in many cases, the cost of using AI keeps falling.

So… who is actually paying for all of this?

In this conversation, Roshan Cariappa sits down with Vivek Raghavan, Co-founder of Sar... more

Who is a Hindu? And what does it really mean to be one?

Many of us grew up calling ourselves Hindu, but the deeper we look, the more questions emerge. Is Hinduism a religion or a way of life? How did the gods and deities we worship today evolve? And... more

India wants to become a defence superpower. But how can that happen when we still depend heavily on foreign technology, engines, sensors and weapons?

In this conversation, Roshan Cariappa sits down with Vivek Krishnan, CEO & Co-Founder of SSS Defenc... more

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Recent Guests

Manish Sabharwal
Entrepreneur and policy commentator; co-founder/CEO of TeamLease Services
TeamLease Services
Episode: If AI Changes How We Work, How Do You Stay Relevant? Manish Sabharwal
Sachin Nandha
Author and historian discussing Hedgewar and the RSS
Author, Bharatvaarta guest
Episode: If RSS Is So Powerful, Why Doesn't It Take Power? The Reign Behind Indian Politics | Sachin Nandha
Mohandas Pai
Business leader and investor, Infosys board member
Infosys (board member)
Episode: "Who Is Funding This?" Mohandas Pai On NGOs, Foreign Money, Religious Conversions & Indian Politics
Tuhin Sinha
Author of a new book on Naxal Terror and policy responses
Episode: How India Is Ending Naxal Terror | The Untold Strategy Behind the Final Crackdown FT. Tuhin Sinha
Gautam Desiraju
Professor, author of a book on delimitation
Bharatvaarta interview guest
Episode: ⁠“India Needs A New Constitution” | Prof. Gautam Desiraju
Rishi Bal
CEO of BharatGen, IIT Bombay-affiliated founder
BharatGen
Episode: Why He Walked Away From Microsoft To Build India's AI | Rishi Bal, BharatGen CEO
Mohan Kumar
Former Indian ambassador and negotiator, author of India's Moment
Former Indian Foreign Service / Government of India
Episode: A Former Ambassador Reveals What Happens Inside India's Toughest Global Negotiations | Mohan Kumar
Shashi Shekhar Vempati
Former CEO of Prasar Bharati, key figure in BJP's digital strategy in 2014
Prasar Bharati
Episode: 🤯How PM Modi Won, Deepfake Politics & India's AI Race 🚨| Shashi Shekhar Vempati
Saurabh Mukherjea
Author of Behold the Leviathan and Breakpoint, investor
Independent investor/author
Episode: India's Middle Class is breaking | ft. Saurabh Mukherjea

Host

Roshan Cariappa
Host of Bharatvaarta

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • A very interesting discussion on Hindu diaspora's dilemmas and the way forward.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    drtsrk
    10 months ago
  • Interesting topics covered,

    Great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bira707
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast

    Great series covering contemporary topics

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sid_0692
    United States4 years ago
  • This is a must listen podcast if you're politically and /or socially inclined in general. Not a lot of shows, especially in the audio only genre, truly can claim to host voices from every end of the ideological spectrum which BharatVaarta does with utmost neutrality. True to its name, this one is all you need to sound smart in your circle. Just wish there were more episodes every week than just one!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Rat_emout
    6 years ago

Listeners Say

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Thoughtful, policy-forward discussions that connect history to today.
Great guest diversity across politics, tech, and culture.
Provides actionable context for policymakers and sponsors alike.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#196
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Apple Podcasts
#11
India/News/News Commentary
Apple Podcasts
#140
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

If RSS Is So Powerful, Why Doesn't It Take Power? The Reign Behind Indian Politics | Sachin Nandha
Q: How does the RSS actually influence policy today?
There is an acknowledged parivaric structure where Swayamsevaks within the RSS influence policy through indirect channels, while the BJP operates independently on governance and policy, resulting in an influence that is real but not strictly causal.
"Who Is Funding This?" Mohandas Pai On NGOs, Foreign Money, Religious Conversions & Indian Politics
Q: How does the guest view political accountability and outcomes in Karnataka?
The guest emphasizes measurable job creation and concrete policy outcomes as the true test of leadership, criticizing reliance on guarantees and subsidies without real results.
"Who Is Funding This?" Mohandas Pai On NGOs, Foreign Money, Religious Conversions & Indian Politics
Q: What is the stance on foreign money in advocacy and politics?
The host presents a firm view against foreign funding, arguing NGOs should fund advocacy domestically to preserve sovereignty and prevent external influence in governance.
Mohandas Pai on NEET Protests, Education Reforms, Reservations and India's Future | Bharatvaarta
Q: What concrete steps can India take to create jobs in the near term?
Focus on urbanization and development of small towns, incentivize industry with affordable land and power, expand vocational and on-the-job training, and implement targeted programs in the 400 poorest districts to generate sustainable employment.
Mohandas Pai on NEET Protests, Education Reforms, Reservations and India's Future | Bharatvaarta
Q: What role should reservation play in education and government employment today?
Reservation should remain as a tool for social equity but be rebalanced with data-driven adjustments, limiting generational privilege, expanding access to non-beneficiary groups, and ensuring merit and opportunity are both considered.

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The episodes analyze Indian politics, governance, and policy with a strong emphasis on strategic reforms, constitutional questions, and geopolitics. Conversations frequently center on delimitation, constitutional design, AI sovereignty, and how technology intersects with public policy, media, and national security. A notable strength is bringing together politicians, diplomats, historians, and tech leaders to unpack complex issues in a accessible, policy-forward manner, often weaving historical context with contemporary developments. The show likely appeals to policy professionals, researchers, and listeners who want deeper, India-focused analysis from a mix of expert perspectives and insider viewpoints.

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Recent guests on Bharatvaarta include:

1. Manish Sabharwal
2. Sachin Nandha
3. Mohandas Pai
4. Tuhin Sinha
5. Gautam Desiraju
6. Rishi Bal
7. Mohan Kumar
8. Shashi Shekhar Vempati

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