The Hidden Cost of Cricket Obsession in India | ft. Kiren Rijiju

Why did Kiren Rijiju choose a life in politics, and what shaped his journey as one of India’s most dynamic leaders?

From growing up in Arunachal Pradesh to becoming one of the youngest Ministers of State in the Home Ministry, he has seen the system from the inside and the outside — and in this conversation, he shares it all.

Shri Kiren Rijiju joined us for an exclusive #SeriesC session, where he spoke about his political journey, early challenges as a young MP, and what it takes to handle major portfolios like Sports, Minority Affairs, and Parliamentary Affairs. He also discussed India’s sports ecosystem, the vision behind Khelo India, and his long-term dream for Arunachal Pradesh.

Watch the full video to learn more about his journey, leadership mindset, and lessons from public life.

Chapters:
00:00 – 03:24 | Introduction
03:25 – 10:36 | Journey & Entry Into Politics
10:37 – 16:00 | First Year as a Lok Sabha MP
16:00 – 19:37 | Becoming a Young MoS in the Home Ministry
19:38 – 34:26 | Sports, Khelo India & India’s Olympic Vision
34:27 – 37:46 | Minority Affairs & Parliamentary Affairs
37:48 – 41:57 | Myths About Politics & Realities of Leadership
41:58 – 45:38 | Arunachal Pradesh’s Growth & Per-Capita Vision
46:40 – 48:42 | Life Advice & Closing Thoughts

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