Modi's India Episode 1: Emperor of Hindu Hearts

How did Narendra Modi, the son of a humble tea seller rise up the political ranks to become one of the most powerful leaders India has ever seen? And did bloody religious riots damage his political future, or turbocharge it?Access the transcript for this episode here.

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