The 5 Trillion Economy : A public Policy Webseries

The central theme of the story is that How the Government devised a way to grant energy and other licences to their crony capitalists friends on a speculative goal of 5 trillion as existing laws did not permit licensing beyond a certain limit. This speculative 5 trillion was created to create consulting jobs to big 4 and employment opportunities to Svarnas and elite friends and relatives

Character Sketches:

Ronak Pradhan

• Background: An ethical bureaucrat with a strong moral compass, who has risen through the ranks due to his dedication to public service.
• Motive: To uphold justice and integrity in government operations, despite pressures to conform to corrupt practices.
• Character Arc: Starts as a hopeful reformer, becomes disillusioned by the system but eventually transitions into a whistleblower or advocate for change.

Praveen Singh Sehgal

• Background: A corporate tycoon with deep-rooted connections in politics, known for his strategic business expansions.
• Motive: To expand his business empire using government policies, regardless of ethical implications.
• Character Arc: Initially seen as a successful businessman, his actions reveal a more manipulative side, leading to potential downfall or public scrutiny.

Samir

• Background: A young, ambitious consultant from a Big 4 firm, idealistic but naive about corporate politics.
• Motive: To make a significant impact in the economic landscape, believing in the policy's potential for good.
• Character Arc: Transforms from an optimistic participant to a critical insider, eventually choosing ethics over career advancement.

Niharika Pradhan

• Background: Ronak's wife, insightful and grounded, with a background in social work.
• Motive: To keep her family's integrity intact and challenge Ronak to consider the broader social implications of his decisions.
• Character Arc: Becomes increasingly vocal, influencing Ronak's decisions towards more ethical paths.

Abhinav Shrivastava

• Background: Principal Secretary, a master manipulator in policy-making, serving the interests of the elite.
• Motive: To maintain power and influence by ensuring policies benefit his circle.
• Character Arc: Faces the consequences of his actions as public and internal dissent grows.
• Rajesh Sharma
• Background: A seasoned bureaucrat with personal ethics but caught in the system's web.
• Motive: To balance between loyalty to the system and personal morality.
• Character Arc: Shifts from an enabler of the system to someone contemplating or acting for reform.

Narayan Datta

• Background: A small-time contractor, representing the common man, affected by policy changes.
• Motive: To survive and provide for his family amidst the changing economic landscape.
• Character Arc: Becomes a symbol of resistance or victimhood, possibly sparking or joining public protests.

Helena

• Background: An international consultant with connections to Big 4, possibly with an agenda to expose corruption.
• Motive: To document or exploit the system for her own ends, possibly driven by a sense of justice or personal gain.
• Character Arc: Shifts from a mysterious figure to a pivotal force in unveiling the truth.

Web Series: "The 5 Trillion Scheme"

Episode 1: The Birth of a Scheme

Plot: The policy is unveiled with grand promises.

Dialogue:

Abhinav: "This isn't just a policy; it's a vision for an elite, prosperous India."

Ronak: "But at what cost, sir? If we bypass regulations, we're setting a dangerous precedent."

Rajesh: "Sometimes, Ronak, you have to play the game to change it from within."

Episode 2: The Consultants Arrive

Plot: Samir and others from Big 4 start working on the policy.

Dialogue: Samir: "We're not just consultants; we're architects of India's future."

Ronak: "Ensure that future includes everyone, not just those at the top."

Helena: "The real question is, who's paying for this future?"

Episode 3: Ethical Dilemmas

Plot: Ronak discusses the policy's ethical implications with Niharika.

Dialogue:

Niharika: "Remember, you serve the people, not just the elite."

Ronak: "I wish I could believe this policy would serve them."

Niharika: "Then make it your mission to ensure it does."

Episode 4: The First License

Plot: Praveen's company gets the first lucrative license.

Dialogue: Praveen: "Think of it as mutual growth, Ronak. Your career, my empire."

Ronak: "Growth shouldn't come at the cost of fairness."

Praveen: "In business, Ronak, fairness is a luxury we can't afford."

Episode 5: The Insider

Plot: Helena and Samir start questioning the system from within.

Dialogue:

Helena: "Sometimes, to expose a system, you need to be part of it."

Samir: "The numbers don't lie, but the policy does."

Helena: "Then let's make sure the truth doesn't get buried with them."

Episode 6: The Public's Voice

Plot: Public outcry as the effects of policy become evident.

Dialogue:

Narayan: "We're building your economy on our ruins."

Ronak: "How can we speak of economic growth when it leaves so many behind?"

Public Protester: "We want jobs, not just numbers on a report!"

Episode 7: The Whistleblower

Plot: Samir decides to expose the corruption, with Ronak's moral support.

Dialogue: Samir: "If we don't act now, we're complicit in this deception."

Ronak: "I stand with the truth, even if it means standing alone."

Rajesh: "Be careful, Ronak. The truth in this game is a double-edged sword."

Episode 8: The Reckoning

Plot: Ronak's resignation and the public fallout of the policy.

Dialogue:

Ronak: "This isn't the end of the fight. It's just the beginning of true change."

Abhinav: "You've chosen your path, Ronak. Now, live with its consequences."

Niharika: "You've shown our children what integrity looks like."

Praveen: "You think you've won, Ronak? This game is far from over."

Helena: "Perhaps, but the rules have changed."

This series would not only entertain but also stimulate thought on the ethical considerations in economic policy-making, the impact of cronyism on society, and the personal and societal cost of standing up for one's principles.

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