Central Hall with Kapil Sibal, E01: Dr Subramanian Swamy on the State of the Economy

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In the first of a series of casual conversations with politicians, jurists and subject experts, Kapil Sibal, a former minister of Human Resource Development and Telecoms speaks to Dr Subramanian Swamy, economist and former Union minister for Commerce.

Central Hall refers to a space for civilised conversation, an endangered commodity in our times.

[rajatagarwal]

The crossover we wanted but never expected 😂

[ankitpahal]

This is the kind of politicians we need .... they represent different parties but still respect

[abhidon]

One of the best discussions I have seen on indian economy. This really helped me get a sense of current state of our economy. Please do more such deep dives on economy, social aspects, foreign policy etc. Thanks

[saumitk]

This is the first time I'm witnessing Subramanian Swamy show respect in his eyes towards the interviewer. Both are eminent players in the internal game with immense knowledge.

[suneetamishra]

Nice.... Never expected these two to be on the same platform discussing important issues so amicably.. a ray of hope

[jaffarjaff]

The final added comment of Dr Swamy’s was great!!when there are many paid media that have a big role in India the Wire deserves the credit for this true and transparent discussion!

[hemanthtrend]

Excellent conversation....Got to know about the thoughts about the Indian economy at present moment is really shocking!! and feels that India should rethink on economic growth as said by Dr.Subramanian Swamy... It was great learning !! to know the facts which was discussed in the interview and questions putforth by Kapil Sibal Ji... Respect Sirs!!!

[k.s.vijaynair]

This discussion is very much required to be addressed and published massively and reaches the majority of people, so that our beloved people can understand the gravity of the situations worsened. Thanks. Good enlightenment and I too agree to both understanding and facts addressed. Vijay Nair from Bengaluru 🙏🙏

[himalaytehsin]

Thank you, The Wire.

Three broad takeaways for someone like me who may not understand much about the complexities of the economy:

1. The service sector may be contributing a lot (21:09) but we need to grow in different sectors, and not just manufacturing but also to look at agriculture with a fresh perspective.

2. The suggestion regarding the MSMEs (26:25) and the couple of suggestions on Indian economy for 2024 and beyond (27:41) seem practical and feasible, should be considered by the government.


3. NASA (01:45) never did any research regarding use of Sanskrit. It was one Mr. Rick Briggs, who worked with that organisation and published a paper in 1985 in his own capacity. Briggs suggested that a 'natural language' can serve as an 'artificial language' also, and for which he gives examples from Sanskrit grammar, but he does not claim that that 'natural language' is Sanskrit. What is clear is that his paper titled 'Knowledge Representation in Sanskrit and Artificial Intelligence' was published in the spring issue of Artificial Intelligence magazine, which has nothing to do with NASA. As a viewer, therefore, I would like to focus on the other issues put forth by the discussants regarding the AI.

Thank you.

[amitbhattacharjee]

My ideas about Dr. Subramanian Swamy has totally changed. Very honest and clear exchange of ideas and knowledge.

[rbh]

Very good conversation and very valuable insights from two great experts.Thank you both of you.

[abhimonster]

What a economic session... I had made notes of this discussion... Literally from repo rate to gdp saving to nation debt to federal structure to internal liberalisation...❤

[anandha]

Who would have thought that Sibal ji would be interviewing Dr Swami 🎉. Awesome 👍

[sumitdutt]

Very interesting and useful discussion, love it.

[rajeevranjanpandey]

Thanks The Wire for having such brilliant discussion on Indian economy! Only Dr. Swamy can put mirror before Modi government. Exceptional conversation between Sibal and Dr. Sawamy on present economic conditions and ways to come out of the mess. 🙏...

[alokkumarjha]

Very nice initiative! Sir, please popularise it. GDP doubled in the last 10 years, before this it had doubled in the last 6 years and before that in the last 7 years. Please spread this truth and also ask your party to do it.

[nobufrancis]

It gives me hope seeing both these eminent personalities coming together to discuss the economy at this very critical juncture. Our economy needs to change directions and revive itself to enable prosperity for hundreds of millions of Indians.

[yasmeenzaman]

From Pak🕊I’m a huge fan Dr. Swamy. I always make sure to watch his talk shows they are so insightful. Wish I can meet him in person, seems a distant dream though. Thank you to the Sir K. Sibil also for such a wonderful programme.

[balajiriyer]

Parting comment that "you and I should be in Govt!" Is telling. Well done Wire. Very good piece on Indian economy's real state - look forward to such sane debates in future

[jacobvarghese]

Very informative talk!? India needs these types of politicians!!!???❤😂🎉