Ajoy Edwards: Childhood, IGJF, Glenary’s & the Hills | I.N.S Podcast Part -1

A special conversation with Ajoy Edwards, exploring the formative experiences, political journey, and turning points that shaped one of Darjeeling’s most influential public figures. From memories of his grandfather and childhood in the hills, to the rise of Hamro Party, and the founding of the Indian Gorkha Janshakti Front (IGJF) on December 22, 2024 — this episode dives deep into the evolution of leadership, identity, and responsibility. Edwards also reflects on the Glenary’s pub being sealed after an excise raid, calling the action politically motivated, and discusses how politics in Darjeeling operates at both personal and public levels. Through humor, history, culture, and critique, this conversation offers a rare glimpse into the man behind the movement — and the community he believes is “worth everything.” Key Topics in the Episode Childhood in Darjeeling & family influences His grandfather’s impact on values & community Rise of Hamro Party (Founded Nov 25, 2021) Founding of IGJF (Launched Dec 22, 2024) Gorkha identity & representation Glenary’s pub sealed during excise raid — his perspective Why he believes politics must be people-first Vision for Darjeeling & the hills About the Guest Ajoy Edwards — founder of Indian Gorkha Janshakti Front (IGJF) and former founder of Hamro Party. A prominent voice in Darjeeling politics, entrepreneurship, and civic issues. Podcast Credits GUEST: AJOY EDWARDS HOST: DIVYA BK This Podcast is brought to you by the I.N.S Production Team-: PRODUCER - SIDDHANT SHANKAR SAURABH SHANKAR SANJANA PORTEL KIRAN GURAGAIN KRIS SHANKAR SUSHANT GHIMIRAY DIPTI SINCHURY Follow us for more stories & conversation- Music used by Upbeat :- XQHJN4W1AOCMXRXA Facebook :-   / i.n.sproductiondarjeeling   Instagram :-   / i.n.s_production_darjeeling