Imbibing Ideas through Mythology: Anand Neelakantan at TEDxIIMIndore

Mr. Anand Neelakantan is an author who is best known for his alternative take on Indian mythology with 'Asura: Tale of the vanquished' and 'Ajaya: Roll of the Dice'. In this TEDx talk, Mr. Neelakantan, known for his knowledge of the puranas and passion for mythology, takes a bold step by pointing out various contrasting fallacies of the Indian mind-set, which are clearly manifested in the actions of its citizens. Quoting examples from the glorious and rich Indian heritage, he emphasizes on the pros of the desire for excellence over the human urge to opt for shortcuts, or 'Jugaad'.

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