Verdict 2024 underlines the wisdom of India’s voters. From Indira’s Emergency to Modi, they punish the mightiest for hubris. Return to coalition era is a relief from rising majoritarian excess. Question: will Modi course-correct, or double down on the usual? We hope it’s the former, but, sadly, can’t be sure.
Naidu’s return gives Andhra an opportunity to revive Amaravati, scrap three-capital idea
Chandrababu Naidu’s return brings Andhra Pradesh a welcome opportunity to revive Amaravati. Andhra desperately needs a capital, and India new cities. It’s unfortunate that the Jagan government scuppered Amaravati and floated the bizarre three-capital idea. Naidu also has leverage with Centre to restore sanity and make Amaravati his signature project.