Opinion | On Janmashtami, A Few 'Krishna' Lessons For Indian Politics - And Politicians

Opinion | On Janmashtami, A Few 'Krishna' Lessons For Indian Politics - And Politicians

Politicians should be humble and grounded. Arrogance, abuse of power, and a lack of respect for the rule of law inevitably lead to a leader's downfall, both politically and morally.

On Janmashtami, Lessons From Krishna For Indian Politics and Leaders – By Shashi Tharoor – The State

From dharma and diplomacy to selfless action, Sri Krishna’s teachings offer timeless guidance for ethical and effective political leadership. Key Lessons From Krishna for Indian Politics 1. Dharma (Righteousness) Above All Lesson: Krishna prioritized dharma, taking tough decisions to uphold justice. Political Application: Leaders should put national interest and ethical governance above personal or party gain. Integrity must guide every decisio…

Shashi Tharoor on Leadership: How Indian Politicians Can Learn from Lord Krishna

Shashi Tharoor marked the Janmashtami festival by sharing his thoughts on how Indian leaders can draw inspiration from Lord Krishna. He used the opportunity to reflect on the lessons that could be learned from Krishna’s life and teachings, particularly in the context of politics. His reflections were based on the Mahabharata, Bhagavad Gita, and the Bhagavata Purana. Tharoor focused on seven key principles. First, he emphasized the primacy of dha…