One of the many things a leader can do and others can’t is to make others do something. So when Go Corona Go became a hymn for those who wanted to invoke the other powers to fight the pandemic, was it the popularity of Ram Das Athawale which made it happen or the sheer catchy beat? It might take some time for most people to recollect Athawale’s portfolio in the Union council of ministers but he is certainly recognised for keeping social media abuzz with his unusual and sometimes weird takes on grave matters of national importance.
This time, Athawale’s fight
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