Send us a textWhat makes a “good” bureaucrat? In this episode, we delve into the mind and life of an Indian bureaucrat. Featuring Anil Swarup, former Coal and Education Secretary, Government of India, this episode charts almost four decades of his extensive bureaucratic expertise. Discover Anil Swarup’s insights on navigating the delicate dynamics between civil servants and politicians, listen to awe-inspiring anecdotes drawn from real-life encounters with politicians, and gather valuable tips that can help any young leader.Don't miss this insightful discussion on life in the Indian bureaucracy!Catch the full conversation on YouTube or listen on Spotify. Let's delve into what truly counts!. #WhatIndiaNeeds #Podcast #Bureaucracy #Governance #Reforms —00:00- Introduction0:40- India’s need for a vibrant bureaucracy01:15- The making of a good bureaucrat02:34- Growing trend of lateral entry into governance03:25- Older generation bureaucrats Vs today’s next-gen babus05:48- Indian bureaucracy needs reforms08:18- Looking back at a 38-year-old career; most challenging role as Coal Secretary20:31- 8 mantras for successful idea formulation22:07- How to handle politicians — real life examples29:40- Transfers, threats to life, encounter with terrorists33:09- Uttar Pradesh, Babri Masjid, and encounters with politicians45:58- Governance today50:29- Changing punishment posting into a success story55:38- Does an IAS officer earn enough?01:00:17- Overcoming personal crisis, the power of positive thinking, and advice to younger generation—#Bureaucracy #Administration #IPSofficer #Youngbureaucrats #Vibrant #WhatIndianeeds #Goodgovernance #Youngleaders #Publicadministration #Civilservice #Nationbuilding #Leadership #Inspiration #PublicService #Administrativereforms #Politics #Formerleader #Shapingnation—Subscribe to our channel:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shutapapaulpodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shutapa_paulSpotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-shutapa-paul-podcastTo know moreFollow Shutapa Paul onLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shutapapaul/Twitter X: https://x.com/ShutapaPaulInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shutapa?igsh=MWZ5cHB3aDg3b21jcQ==Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shutapapaulpage/Follow Anil Swarup onLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anil-swarup-23640228/Twitter X: https://x.com/anilswarup58?t=3SeNagAWIqjiUqNt0WdksA&s=09Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anilswarup?igsh=MXNqcGQwaWF6Y2tyMA==Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swarup8?mibextid=ZbWKwLBuy Anil Swarup’s latest book: Encounters with Politicians (https://www.amazon.in/Encounters-Politicians-Administration-Publishers-Paperback/dp/8119361482/ref=)Music Credit: Pixabay Image Credit: The Economic Times and Business Today