In this episode of Between the Lines, host Urszula Gacek welcomes Sambhajiraje Chhatrapati — Indian politician, former Member of the Rajya Sabha, and heir to the Kolhapur royal family.
Recorded in Davos during The Leaders Forum powered by Poland, the conversation offers a reflective exploration of Indian democracy: its philosophical foundations, historical continuity, and the challenge of governing one of the world’s most diverse societies. Drawing on both political experience and personal lineage, Sambhajiraje Chhatrapati speaks about the enduring influence of Hindu traditions in public life and the way identity, responsibility, and governance intersect in modern India.
The discussion also addresses India’s distinct place on the global stage and how its long experience with plurality has shaped its democratic culture and international outlook.
“Despite our big population, we felt a responsibility to approach the world with a humanitarian perspective — and we give it to the world,” he reflects.
Between the Lines is an in-depth interview series hosted by Urszula Gacek, featuring extended conversations with leaders, thinkers, activists, and authors. The focus is on context, continuity, and what is often left unsaid in public debate.
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