#59 - Ashwini Upadhyay - PIL Warrior on Illegal Immigration, Conversions, WAQF & Hindu Patience
May 23, 2024•1 hr 34 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Episode description
Ashwini Upadhyay is an Indian lawyer and activist, widely recognized for his extensive involvement in public interest litigation (PIL). Often referred to as the "PIL Man of India," Upadhyay has filed numerous cases addressing a wide range of issues including electoral reforms, environmental protection, and anticorruption measures. A member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), he has also served as its spokesperson. Upadhyay's legal initiatives often focus on enforcing existing laws more effectively and advocating for legal reforms to enhance transparency and accountability in Indian governance. His work has significantly impacted legal and public policy discourse in India.
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