Politics, Power & Surprises: Rajdeep Sardesai’s new book breaks down the 2024 elections

Rajdeep Sardesai's book, 2024: The Elections, that Surprised India, is set to launch on March 2nd at Jaipur Marriott Hotel

by e4m Staff
Published: Feb 15, 2025 5:39 PM | 2 min read

Veteran journalist Rajdeep Sardesai is back with another deep dive into India’s ever-dynamic political landscape. His latest book, 2024: The Elections that Surprised India, is set to launch on March 2nd at Jaipur Marriott Hotel, promising an evening of insights, intellect, and intrigue.

The event, hosted by Vishal Mathur, will feature a conversation between Sardesai and noted journalist Tabeenah Anjum, exploring the twists and turns of India's latest general elections. Known for his sharp political analysis, Sardesai’s book is expected to unravel behind-the-scenes narratives, electoral strategies, and the unexpected outcomes that defined 2024.

Adding to the evening’s charm, Dr. Jayshree Periwal, Chairperson of Jayshree Periwal Group of Schools, will be the guest of honor. The gathering will conclude with a literary cocktail party by the poolside, featuring live music—a perfect blend of politics and panache.

Rajdeep Sardesai has been at the forefront of Indian news for over three decades. A St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai graduate with a law degree from Oxford, he started his career in political journalism in the 1990s. He played a key role in shaping election coverage at NDTV, later founding CNN-IBN in 2005, where he served as Editor-in-Chief until 2014. Currently, he is a Consulting Editor at India Today, bringing his sharp election analysis to television and print.

Sardesai has authored multiple books, including the widely acclaimed 2014: The Election That Changed India, Democracy’s XI: The Great Indian Cricket Story, and 2019: How Modi Won India. His latest book continues this election series, offering an insider’s look at the political maneuvering and electoral surprises of 2024.

With HarperCollins as the publisher, 2024: The Elections that Surprised India is poised to be a must-read for political enthusiasts. If Indian elections keep you on the edge of your seat, Sardesai’s latest work is bound to offer a front-row view of democracy in action.