The Fight for Freedom: Leadership & Legacy with D. Banso | Ep-26 | Bodo Podcast

Описание: Dive into an in-depth conversation with D. Banso, the spokesperson for the ex-NDFB forum, as he reflects on pivotal moments of the Bodo movement. In this podcast episode, D. Banso recounts the personal traumas and losses endured during the struggle, highlights the indispensable role of Bodo women, and shares the formidable challenges of leading a revolution for Bodoland’s creation. He discusses why an armed freedom struggle was seen as necessary, offers insights on the latest peace accord, and provides a measured critique of today’s political landscape—including the impact of leadership gaps and concerns about corruption.

This episode is crafted with care and nuance, offering balanced perspectives that resonate with voters ahead of the upcoming election. Whether you’re seeking to understand the historical context or the current dynamics shaping Bodoland, this discussion promises thoughtful insights into the journey toward a more just and empowered future.


Timecodes -
0:00 - Precap
1:19 - Intro
1:42 - Guest Intro
1:56 - Do incidents from the past bring him traumas ?
6:13 - Use of alcohol as copying mechanism to overcome those incidents
7:48 - Does he think that their should be a psycho-social care facilities for them ?
9:57 - What kind of songs did they love to listen ?
11:41 - Were women recruited for special missions ?
14:25 - Thoughts on families of their members who lost their lives and abandoned
17:53 - Their day to day life/hardships that they use to spend during revolution movement
23:31 - Would a non-violent movement have led to the world as it is of today ?
30:23 - Thoughts on less participation of their members in politics
37:27 - Thoughts towards the ruling government
40:38 - Do they feel unassertive even after BTR Accord sign since D.R. Nabla is being in jail ?
42:02 - Situation of cadres in todays period
44:09 - Thoughts on rumours of members from UPPL and Ex- NDFB Progressive asking for percentage in the name of contracts
44:44 - Thoughts on members who joined just to earn money
46:27 - Opinion over the pursuit of money leading to the loss of tribal sentiments
47:08 - Opinion towards incompletion of their rehabilitation centre
48:29 - Opinion over the arrangement from the ruling government
54:08 - There should be a documentary/books of their freedom fights
56:01 - Briefs towards their participation in 2025 BTR Election
1:04:29 - What are their plans if they win the election ?
1:09:05 - How will people support Sir. Ranjan Daimari ?
1:13:45 - Opinion towards D.R. Nabla should be with the people and not behind bars
1:17:04 - What are their present assignments that they have taken ?
1:24:13 - Conclusion



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