“Mine is not an exciting story. It is pretty plain” said a man who is an author, a leader, a thinker, a libertarian, and a capitalist. Nalamotu Chakravarthy an NRI, came back to India with a vision that has the potential to enhance the present and future of India and its people.  What brought him back after staying in the US for 19 years? What’s his vision? These are the crucial questions that form an interesting story.

From Hyderabad To New York

Chakravarthy, in his own words, was an ordinary student. At St. Xavier’s School in Hyderabad, he consistently ranked fifth and seventh in a class of 60 students. After graduating from the prestigious CBIT, he left for the US in 1993 to pursue his Master’s at the University of Hawaii. His years at CBIT were filled with the carefree joys of student life—long before his beliefs and ideologies began to crystallize.

The cultural shift in America was eye-opening for Chakravarthy. The stark differences in education and society shaped the man he is today. His admiration for the US ran so deep that he considered joining the American army. While friends and family persuaded him otherwise, this moment transformed his worldview.

He credits the US for everything he holds dear today: his knowledge, character, and lifestyle. His love for the country transcended opportunities—it was his second home. The devastating 9/11 attacks intensified his desire to serve the nation, but life had other plans. Guided by the counsel of his boss and wife, he refrained from making an emotional decision to change careers.

After completing his Master’s, Chakravarthy landed a job at TRW, a company specializing in airbag sensor manufacturing. After a year there, he relocated to New York, where a pivotal moment awaited him. In New York, his friend Don Skinner introduced him to American talk shows. These shows sparked Chakravarthy’s curiosity about right-wing politics in America, ultimately igniting a deep and lasting interest in the subject.

Nalamotu Chakravarthy’s Philosophies in the Making

By a twist of fate, Chakravarthy found videos of Milton Friedman, the Nobel Prize-winning economist, while casually browsing the internet one day. He was deeply impressed by Friedman’s ideology and insights. Later, he discovered the works of Ayn Rand, the renowned Russian-American author and philosopher, whose ideas further shaped his thinking. Over time, Chakravarthy delved into Austrian economic philosophy, eventually identifying as one of the many anarcho-capitalists around the globe.

Curious about who they are? You’re not alone—we had the same question. Chakravarthy explains that anarcho-capitalists believe that, in an ideal world, government would be entirely unnecessary. However, in practical terms, they advocate for a government that is as minimal as possible and limited to only what is essential.

While Chakravarthy’s economic and political ideologies were evolving, he took a significant step in 2003 by enrolling at Columbia University to pursue an MBA in Finance and Economics. At the time, he was working as an Enterprise Architect for a telecom company in Long Island. This combination of formal education and real-world experience played a pivotal role in shaping Chakravarthy into the modern-day libertarian he is today.

At Columbia Business School, Chakravarthy immersed himself in classes and seminars designed to expand his knowledge rather than just prepare for a job. It was here that he first tested his leadership skills. During the very first week of college, despite not knowing many of his classmates, he delivered a compelling speech that led to his election as the Academic Representative. This moment marked the beginning of his leadership journey and the foundation of his leadership philosophy.

A Brief Return to India

Life took a pivotal turn for Chakravarthy in 2007, both personally and professionally. On the personal front, he celebrated the birth of his second child. Professionally, this phase sparked a deep interest in Indian politics. Around this time, the movement for a separate state of Telangana was nearing its peak, and an article by Professor Jayashankar caught Chakravarthy’s attention. Wanting to verify its claims, he embarked on a thorough investigation. In this research, he found that some numbers were misrepresented, which drove him to dig deeper into the topic.

Images during Hampi visit

During Raichur visit

During Raichur Visit

Motivated by this discovery, Chakravarthy took a two-month break from work and traveled to India. During this time, he immersed himself in Telugu history and visited numerous places across the united Andhra Pradesh. He developed a profound admiration for the Kakatiya and Vijayanagara Empires. Spending hours at the State Central Library in Hyderabad, he traced the roots of the Jai Telangana movement from 1968 to 1973. His quest for accuracy also led him to the Bureau of Economics and Statistics, where he scrutinized data to validate allegations concerning education, water resources, and finances.

During Warangal Visit

During Warangal Visit

After completing his research, Chakravarthy authored a detailed refutation, challenging Professor Jayashankar’s claims and presenting a well-supported alternative perspective on the issue.

Chakravarthy – Author and Leader

After completing his research and touring Warangal, Hampi, and Raichur, Chakravarthy returned to the US. The insights he gained from the Jai Telangana movement inspired two chapters in his book My Telugu Roots: Telangana State Demand – A Bhasmasura Wish, published in 2009 in the US. Alongside the book, Chakravarthy created a website where he wrote extensively about the Telangana movement and encouraged open discussion, with one condition: the language should remain clean and respectful, avoiding any form of abuse.

My Telugu Roots: Telangana State Demand – A Bhasmasura Wish

Encouraged by his friends, Chakravarthy decided to get his book translated into Telugu and planned a release event at the Somajiguda Press Club in India. However, this turned into a dangerous turning point in his life. During the event, he was assaulted by activists from the Telangana movement. Following the attack, Chakravarthy returned to the US, but the incident pushed him to make a life-changing decision. He and his family had always planned to relocate to India so their children could stay connected to their roots, and this event accelerated that process. Soon after, they made the move to India permanently.

Visalandhra Mahasabha: The Fight Against State Bifurcation

Upon returning to India, Chakravarthy teamed up with like-minded individuals and founded the Visalandhra Mahasabha, an organization dedicated to preventing the state’s bifurcation. The group organized a massive protest, with 50 buses filled with demonstrators traveling from Hyderabad to Delhi. There, they gathered at the AICC headquarters, where they faced resistance, were beaten, and ultimately arrested in a dramatic showdown. Despite their unwavering efforts, the division of the state was unavoidable. In the aftermath, Chakravarthy withdrew from the political arena and turned his focus to farming, taking the opportunity to reconnect with his family, something he had long missed due to his intense political involvement.

Arrested members of the Visalandhra Mahasabha continued their protest in the Abids police station.

A New Mission: Center for Liberty (CFL)

With his children now pursuing higher education in the US, Chakravarthy redirected his energy toward developing the Center for Liberty (CFL). Established in 2019 by Chakravarthy and a group of 25 like-minded individuals, CFL’s mission is to inspire students to embrace the principles of liberty. Over the years, Chakravarthy and his team have traveled across the Telugu states, engaging with young minds and spreading awareness about the importance of economic liberty.

CFL’s Road Ahead

As a staunch believer in capitalism and individual liberty, Chakravarthy says that if a nation has to grow financially strong, it will only happen through liberal economic policies of low taxation and low regulation. CFL’s workshops educate people about individual liberty, economic freedom, and minimal government involvement.

Understanding Capitalism

Explaining capitalism to Hatke Story and its audience, Chakravarthy suggests that everyone must produce what they are good at and exchange it with each other without any interference from the government. It is as simple as that! He goes on to say that the same applies at a national level, where countries exchange the resources they have in abundance.

When asked if we should get rid of the government system altogether, Chakravarthy has an interesting solution. He suggests a reduction of excessively high taxes, a reduction in government jobs, removing onerous laws, and selling off public sector companies.

What’s Next?

As he moves ahead with fellow libertarians, Chakravarthy hopes to influence the policymakers to bring a people-centric change. 

How far will they go in this journey? The answer lies in the future. Near or far? We are as excited as Chakravarthy to find out.

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