Retd IPS Officer reveals SHOCKING TRUTHS |The SmallTown Show - Ep 21 | Ft. Aloke Lal

In this riveting episode of our podcast, we are honoured to welcome back Retd IPS officer Aloke Lal, who shares another harrowing experience from his illustrious career. Join us as he recounts his first-hand account of the riots that erupted in Kanpur after the demolition of Babri Masjid, during his tenure as the DIG.

But that's not all! Aloke Lal goes beyond the surface to delve into the complex issue of religion and how it can be exploited by influential individuals to sow division among people of different faiths. His profound insights shed light on the misconceptions surrounding Hinduism and its true essence.

To further explore the depths of this unsettling phenomenon, Aloke Lal co-authored the gripping book, 'Murder in the Bylanes,' based on his experiences during those turbulent times. Don't miss this chance to gain a deeper understanding of the shocking reality hidden beneath the surface of religious conflicts.

Tune in now for an eye-opening discussion that challenges societal perceptions and uncovers the sinister underbelly of religious extremism. Gain a new perspective on the power dynamics at play and the urgent need to shatter the misconceptions in humanity's understanding of various religious beliefs.

Chapters -
00:00 - Introduction
02:27 - About Religion
03:44 - Significance of Ganga River
08:44 - Polluting River Ganga
09:48 - What is Ganga-Jamuni Tehzeeb?
12:38 - A Call with a Warning
14:32 - Kanpur
16:25 - Riots in Kanpur
18:24 - Why was Kanpur affected the most?
20:53 - Situation of Police
22:42 - At the forefront in the middle of chaos
24:29 - Areas where the Police are not allowed
29:45 - Police Protocol in unwelcomed areas
31:22 - Influence behind Religious Riots
34:02 - What is Religion about?
37:45 - Teachers of Religion
40:44 - Right to Freedom of Religion
44:54 - Who was Kaala Baccha?
48:23 - A Meeting with Atal Bihari Vajpayee
50:07 - Q/A
59:56 - Any Regrets from his Police Career
01:02:48 - Uttarakhand Police
01:04:08 - Last Thoughts

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