Merit, Money, and Missed Voices

India’s path forward is shaped as much by its silent workers as by its loud policies. In this episode, we dive into the realities of underpaid women health workers, the promise of girls’ education, and the role of UPSC as a measure of meritocracy. We also unpack the dilemmas of India’s economy—from the RBI’s delicate balancing act to the fragile rise of female labor force participation. Beyond economics, we explore how geoengineering, AI sovereignty, and youth-driven democracy could reshape the nation’s future. This is India in flux—where human struggle meets systemic ambition.