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🎙️ In this episode, we sit down with Manoj Rawat – a journalist-turned-politician from Kedarnath who’s covered stories that shook the system and now represents the people as an Political Activist.

From his early days in student politics with the Congress, to working with Tehelka during the peak of investigative journalism, Manoj shares gripping stories — including the famous toffee incident with Indira Gandhi, covering Baba Ramdev’s rise, and his experience on the ground during the devastating 2013 Kedarnath disaster.

We dive deep into the power dynamics between government and bureaucracy, the role of influencers in shaping pilgrimage culture, and the urgent need for land reforms and grassroots education through village libraries.

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00:00 – Trailer

01:26 – Introduction

02:07 – From the Hills of Kedarnath: The Personal Journey of Manoj Rawat

04:56 – Political Beginnings: Student Activism and Joining the Congress

06:18 – Childhood Anecdote: The Famous Toffee Story with Indira Gandhi

10:32 – From Politician to Journalist: Manoj Rawat’s Experience at Tehelka

19:48 – Reporting Baba Ramdev: The Story Behind 'Yog Se Udyog'

22:14 – Facing Threats: Were There Risks in His Journalism Career?

23:09 – The Inside Story: Covering Balkrishna Ji of Patanjali

24:56 – Investigating Industry: Reporting on the Onida Factory

29:30 – Bureaucracy and Power: How Much Control Does the Government Really Have?

33:41 – Ground Report: His Experience During the Kedarnath Disaster of 2013

35:37 – After the Tragedy: Changes Seen in Kedarnath Over the Years

38:58 – The Culture Shift: Are Influencers Diluting Sacred Pilgrimage?

41:40 – In the Name of Development: What Has Kedarnath Lost?

45:22 – The Turning Point: Journey from Journalist to Uttarakhand MLA

51:35 – Land Laws in Focus: Manoj Rawat’s Stand on Bhoo Kanoon

1:00:02 – Opinion on Dhami Ji’s Anti-Cheating Law (Nakal Virodhi Kanoon) in Uttarakhand

1:04:03 – Gairsain: A Political and Emotional Capital for Uttarakhand?

1:05:56 – Empowering Villages: The Idea Behind Village Libraries

1:10:57 – Rapid Fire Round: Quick Opinions and Personal Choices

1:14:27 – Final Thoughts

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