The Day the Chariot Moved: How India Grows at the Grassroots. By SubrotoBagchi, New Delhi: Penguin, 2025. xix+371 pp. ₹699.00 (hardcover). ISBN: 978‐0‐14‐347125‐7

Key Points

• The aim is to examine how grassroots movements contribute to economic growth and social development in India.
• Qualitative analysis of grassroots initiatives
• Case studies of successful community programs
• Interviews with local leaders and stakeholders
• Demonstrates the effectiveness of community-driven growth initiatives
• Highlights the role of social cohesion in economic development
• Identifies key success factors for grassroots movements