What does it take to rise from a village with no electricity to becoming one of India’s most fearless bureaucrats? In this powerful episode, host Mohua Chinappa sits down with K. J. Alphons — former IAS officer, politician, best-selling author and one of India’s most respected change-makers. From being labelled “an idiot” in school and scoring 42% in his board exam, to becoming a topper in the IAS, India’s global face in governance, and author of The Winning Formula — Alphonse’s journey is a living testament to resilience, grit and unshakeable character. What you’ll hear in this conversation: - How failure became the first miracle of his life, not the end of the road - From learning English with a dictionary to becoming India’s best national debater for 3 years - The legendary demolitions in Delhi, taking on land mafias and top politicians with courage and preparation - Why “the greatest equipment in life is not your heart or brain, but your backbone” - Ordinary Indians doing ex...