The Common Man Debate
Voice for India
Empowering the common citizen through balanced, solutions-driven dialogue.
The Common Man Debate: Voice for India is a premier biweekly/monthly digital and television series. We bring together thought leaders, policymakers, and the public to navigate the most pressing issues facing our nation.
The First episode, “The Indian Reservations Debate,” explores the balance of social justice, equality, and merit within India’s affirmative action system. We explore the delicate balance between constitutional equity and the pursuit of excellence in a modernizing India.
Four distinguished speakers representing civil society, politics, and policymaking will present diverse viewpoints under a structured, impartial format. Produced with television-grade quality, the show will be streamed simultaneously across multiple digital platforms and will be freely available on open channels. This initiative aims to reinvigorate public discourse by fostering informed, balanced, and solutions-driven dialogue that honors the voice of the common Indian. We are fully independent and have no affiliation with any political party or media entity. This independence supports open, transparent, and balanced dialogue on the subject.
This project, Independence, has no affiliation with any political party or media conglomerate. © 2026 The Common Man Debate. All Rights Reserved.
Swatantrata Center is a knowledge partner of The Common Man Debate.
Dr. Kova Laxman
Hon’ble Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha)
National President, BJP OBC Morcha
Justice Vangala Eshwaraiah
Former Chairman of the National Commission for Backward Classes
Dr. Jayaprakash Narayan
Founder of the Foundation for Democratic Reforms
Dr. R.S Praveen Kumar
General Secretary of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi
Dr. Kova Laxman, a distinguished statesman and Member of the Rajya Sabha, serves as a key member of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s Parliamentary Board, the apex decision-making body. As National President of the BJP OBC Morcha since 2020, he champions inclusive governance, social equity, and empowerment of backward classes. Holding a doctorate in Geology from Osmania University, he brings extensive legislative experience from prior roles as Telangana BJP State President and MLA.
Justice Vangala Eshwaraiah, a distinguished jurist and former Acting Chief Justice of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh, serves as a stalwart advocate for constitutional rights and social democracy. A legal luminary by training and former Chairman of the National Commission for Backward Classes (2013–2016), he champions judicial transparency, equitable representation, and the socio-educational upliftment of marginalized groups. Holding an LLB degree, he brings profound legal insight and decades of advocacy for the rule of law, administrative fairness, and transformative justice.
Dr. Jayaprakash Narayan, a distinguished statesman and founder of the Loksatta Movement and the Foundation for Democratic Reforms, serves as the visionary leader and guiding force behind the Loksatta Party. A physician by training and former IAS officer (1980–1996), he champions governance reforms, transparency, accountability, and citizen-centric democracy. Holding an MBBS degree, he brings profound administrative insight and decades of advocacy for ethical politics, electoral integrity, and transformative public policy.
Dr. Repalle Shiva Praveen Kumar, a distinguished statesman and General Secretary of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi, serves as a transformative leader and key voice for the Bahujan ideology. A veterinarian by training and former IPS officer (1995–2021), he champions social justice, educational equity, and the empowerment of marginalized communities through the SWAEROES movement. Holding a Master’s from Harvard, he brings profound administrative grit and decades of advocacy for educational equity and social justice.
The Mission & Objectives
Elevating Public Discourse
We believe that inclusive growth is only possible through informed consensus. Our objectives are clear:
Foster Informed Dialogue: Moving beyond noise to find meaningful solutions regarding the future of India’s reservation system.
Amplify Diverse Voices: Ensuring representation from civil society, politics, and the everyday citizen.
Drive National Progress: Building a broad consensus on fundamental issues to help India fulfill its true potential.