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Goodwill Winning

Anil Padmanabhan

When guarantee is experienced at the doorstep, the potential political dividends are obvious. Governance thus becomes not only a matter of administration but of mass mobilisation

The Hindu Quotient

Sandeep Balakrishna

Modi has brought the Hindu narrative back where it belongs—in the hands of the community. His new charter is premised on civilisational strength, which was allowed to decay for seven decades

When we look at Narendra Modi, there is no other equally compelling brand, and he is not a compelling brand because he occupies the office of the prime minister. He is a compelling brand because he has allowed India and Indians to think big

The Man and the Mission

Rajeev Deshpande

Modi’s ability to attract and retain talent is a result of the sincerity of purpose and conviction he displays in public and personal life

The Redeemer

PR Ramesh

Modi’s mission in Delhi was threefold: political, economic, and cultural. And he was destined to do things on his own terms, transforming the entire country by first dismantling the cosy club that thrived in the national capital

Recasting the Nation

Swapan Dasgupta

Modi will be celebrating his 75th birthday knowing that the ship of state that had been drifting aimlessly has now got a clear route map. This wouldn’t have happened unless the electorate decided it was time for real change and the leader entrusted with the responsibility internalised the message