IS THERE A LEADERSHIP DEFICIT IN INDIAN POLITICS ?

Fault lines exposed by COVID raise fundamental questions on governance and public trust across the political spectrum.

It is unlikely that we will return to a benign global environment given the permanent changes precipitated by the virus, climate crisis, technological disruptions, geopolitics and massive economic uncertainty driven by asset bubbles and imbalances in government finances.......

Do our leaders across the political spectrum demonstrate the ability to navigate such an environment where they need to deal with existential threats to the well-being of citizens?

One of two things need to happen...soon. Given that goodwill and popularity are depreciating assets, placing hope over experience is no longer an option.

My Opinion in the Hindustan Times Editorial page on Jun 21, 2021....