THE GREAT INDIAN HIJACK: Money, Media, and Democracy │ Ft. Raghav Trivedi

In this crucial episode of the Lakhshya Speaks Podcast, we move past the headlines with investigative journalist and ground reporter Raghav Trivedi, known for his unrelenting focus on the nexus between political power and corporate interests. Raghav joins Lakhshya to dissect the existential threats facing electoral integrity and media freedom in India, beginning with an exploration of crony capitalism as demonstrated by his exclusive reports on the alleged Adani Land Scam in Bihar, where he exposed allegations of the acquisition of fertile land at inadequate compensation. The conversation critically analyses the mechanisms of media monopoly and how misinformation and propaganda are being weaponised to shape electoral outcomes. Drawing on his own harrowing experience of being assaulted and confined for his ground reporting, where he was subjected to religious slurs, Trivedi provides a firsthand account of the threats faced by journalists and advocates for urgent institutional changes to protect reporters in the field. This vital discussion offers a deep dive into the current political environment, making it essential viewing for anyone concerned about the reality behind the headlines. This Podcast is brought to you by Human Online. #VoteResponsibly #humanonline 🎙️ Podcast: Lakhshya Speaks Podcast 🎙️ Hosts: Lakhshya (@lakhshya_speaks) 📍 Follow @lakhshya_speaks Instagram for clips, updates & BTS Chapters 00:00:00 | Introduction: Media's Role & Sold Journalism 00:01:40 | Why I Chose Journalism Over IIT 00:04:04 | Godi-Media vs. Independent Reporting 00:13:22 | Journalist Assault: The Price of Ground Reporting 00:18:04 | Vote Fraud: The ECI is Now 'Too Defensive' 00:25:39 | Propaganda: The Truth Behind 'Beti Bachao' Scheme 00:31:24 | The Rise of Muscular Politics & Party Hijacking 00:43:09 | 'Hindu Khatre Mein': The Politics of Fear & Caste 00:55:58 | UP Elections: Decoding BSP, SP, and Yogi vs. Modi 01:07:01 | Rapid Fire: Books, Movies, and Thinkers