Central Hall | The Journey of Mallikarjun Kharge from Bidar to New Delhi

In this episode of Central Hall, Kapil Sibal engages in an insightful conversation with Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, tracing his extraordinary journey from a childhood marked by hardship and personal tragedy to becoming one of India's most respected political leaders.

Kharge talks about his life experiences, education, public service, activism and leadership role that shaped him as a statesman.

"My mother, sister and chacha [uncle] passed away when Razakars attacked our village," Kharge said, narrating a difficult episode from his life when he was six years old. Further, he described how his father hid him in a jungle for a month to keep him safe.

Watch the full episode here: