JNU Vice-Chancellor Praises New Book on PM Modi’s Leadership
New Delhi [India], August 10: JNU Vice-Chancellor Prof Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit spoke at the launch of a book on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership legacy. She praised the book as a significant and distinctive contribution to understanding PM Modi, a prominent figure in democracy.
Book Launch Event
Speaking at the launch event of the book ‘Power Within: The Leadership Legacy of Narendra Modi’ by Dr. R Balasubramaniam, Prof Pandit said, “This is a very welcome book because it is very different, about the tallest spokesman of democracy, and that is PM Modi.”
She added, “In an age where there is so much interference, both externally and internally, his image still stands in books like this, where an analysis through an Indic civilizational framework is trying to analyze him and understand him correctly.”
About the Book
The book captures Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership journey and interprets it through Western and Indic lenses, amalgamating them to provide a roadmap for those who aspire to a life of public service. Dr. R Balasubramaniam has authored nine books in the past, some of which like ‘Voices From The Grassroots’ and ‘Leadership Lessons For Daily Living’ are globally acclaimed.
The book is inspired by the ‘exercise of leadership’ and introspects this practice as it captures the civilizational wisdom of Bharat through the lived experience of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It also includes opinions and anecdotes from prominent persons from different walks of life, including intelligentsia, academia, the corporate world, and thinkers of international repute.
Doubts Revealed
JNU -: JNU stands for Jawaharlal Nehru University. It is a famous university in India located in New Delhi.
Vice-Chancellor -: A Vice-Chancellor is the head of a university. They are responsible for the overall management and administration of the university.
Prof Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit -: Prof Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit is the current Vice-Chancellor of JNU. She is a respected academic and administrator.
PM Modi -: PM Modi refers to Narendra Modi, who is the current Prime Minister of India. He has been in office since 2014.
Leadership -: Leadership is the ability to guide and inspire others to achieve a common goal. It involves making decisions and motivating people.
Western and Indic perspectives -: Western perspectives refer to ideas and viewpoints from Western countries like the USA and Europe. Indic perspectives are ideas and viewpoints from Indian culture and traditions.
Dr. R Balasubramaniam -: Dr. R Balasubramaniam is an author and social worker. He has written many books and works to improve society.
Prominent figures -: Prominent figures are well-known and respected people in society. They can be leaders, experts, or celebrities.