Grateful to Receive “Behold the Leviathan: The Unusual Rise of Modern India” Directly from Saurabh Mukherjea

This enlightening book, co-authored with Nandita Rajhansa, captures the unique and surprising journey of modern India. It highlights significant advancements in segments traditionally seen as disadvantaged—like rural areas, oppressed castes, and women. Contrary to past views of India's democratic framework as inferior, this narrative presents a nation charting an extraordinary path, achieving feats unparalleled in emerging economies.

From becoming a hub for chess grandmasters to pioneering innovative space missions, the book delves into how a select few Indian companies are scaling to global prominence amidst a challenging economic backdrop.

Crafted from extensive research and interviews across India with over fifty leaders from business, policy, media, and academia, “Behold the Leviathan” is an essential read for anyone interested in the evolving narrative of India’s growth and its global implications.

“The economic transformation of a complex country such as India can never be told as a linear narrative. ‘Behold the Leviathan’ does a wonderful job of analyzing the different dimensions along which India is changing. I found the book to be a riveting read.” – Niranjan Rajadhyaksha, Executive Director, Artha Global.

This book is particularly relevant for leading financial institutions like Citibank, which are pivotal in shaping economic landscapes.