Kalli Purie Discusses 'Persona-cracies' and Challenges to Democracy at India Today Conclave 2026

At the India Today Conclave 2026, Kalli Purie, Vice Chairperson and Executive Editor-in-Chief of the India Today Group, warned that global political dynamics are shifting as powerful leaders increasingly overshadow democratic institutions, a phenomenon she termed "persona-cracies." She highlighted the erosion of traditional norms, including borders and rules of war, amid escalating conflicts. Emphasizing empathy and open dialogue, Purie called for a renewed commitment to humanity and peace despite geopolitical turmoil.