This podcast episode delves into the devastating Bengal famine of 1943, which claimed the lives of approximately three million people but remains largely unknown outside of South Asia. The episode examines the stark contrasts between the experiences of wealthy Indians and British colonial officers with the desperate conditions faced by the poor during this tragic event. It explores the contributing factors, including wartime inflation and the British policy of seizing food supplies, while also highlighting the lasting impact and the challenges in remembering and acknowledging this piece of history.
