Hitesh Rao
Hitesh Rao asked Laxman Rao:

What inspired you to write about Jawaharlal Nehru, and how do you see his ideas connecting with today’s India?

Laxman Rao Jawaharlal Nehru has always fascinated me—not only as India’s first Prime Minister, but as a visionary who believed deeply in democracy, science, and education. In my 50 years of writing, I felt it was important to present Nehru’s thoughts in simple, accessible language for today’s readers.

Many of his ideas—secularism, unity in diversity, non-alignment—still hold meaning in today’s India. They remind us that progress must be built on both knowledge and compassion.

If you are curious to explore Nehru’s life and vision from this perspective, I warmly invite you to read my book and share your reflections—I would love to hear how his ideas resonate with you.

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