Rajan Kashyap, an Indian Administrative Service member, dedicated 38 years to serving mainly in Punjab, retiring as Chief Secretary. With a background in Mathematics, English literature, and Development Economics from Cambridge University, he also taught at a university. In a podcast with Lankesh Trikha on the "Address It" channel, Rajan Kashyap shares his journey of hard work to clear the IAS exams. He reflects on childhood memories of his mother teaching him at home, supported by his police officer father and household workers. Recalling the time his family lived in a purportedly haunted bungalow during his father's transfer to Fatehgarh Sahib, Rajan shares intriguing stories associated with it.

The Journey of Rajan Kashyap: IAS Life, Haunted Bungalows, and Childhood Lessons | Podcast Highlights
Rajan Kashyap: From IAS Exams to Chief Secretary | Childhood Memories and Haunted Bungalows
Inside the Life of Rajan Kashyap: IAS Success, Ghostly Encounters, and Heritage | Exclusive Podcast
Unveiling Rajan Kashyap's IAS Chronicle: Haunted Bungalow Tales and Academic Achievements
Rajan Kashyap: Math to Chief Secretary, Podcast Interview with Lankesh Trikha | Ghostly Bungalow Saga

Rajan Kashyap recalls the day when he and his cousin ventured to uncover the truth behind the haunted bungalow by climbing its tower. During their ascent, they encountered deceased animals and inadvertently disturbed a swarm of bees, leaving Rajan with a lasting mark on his forehead. He recounts his collaborations with various chief ministers including Giani Zail Singh, Beant Singh, Darbara Singh, Captain Amrinder Singh, and Parkash Singh Badal. Rajan shares anecdotes like visiting Badal during his arrest and having a meal prepared by Captain Amrinder Singh.

Exploring the Haunted Bungalow: Rajan Kashyap's Bee Encounter and Chief Minister Stories
Rajan Kashyap's Tower Adventure: Ghostly Encounters and Political Connections Revealed
From Bees to Chief Ministers: Rajan Kashyap's Haunted Bungalow Expedition and Anecdotes
Bee Sting Mystery and Chief Minister Chronicles: Rajan Kashyap's Tower Climb Story
Rajan Kashyap's Tower Tales: Ghostly Encounters, Political Memoirs, and Unforgettable Meals

Rajan Kashyap recounts an episode when he, alongside Punjab's governor and the then Chief Minister Darbara Singh, traveled to Delhi at the request of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi following the tragic killing of six Hindu men inside a bus. Subsequently, President's rule was imposed in Punjab.

Rajan Kashyap: Journey to Delhi with Darbara Singh | President's Rule Imposed in Punjab
Tragic Incident in Punjab: Rajan Kashyap's Account of Delhi Visit and President's Rule
Punjab's Unrest: Rajan Kashyap's Encounter with Indira Gandhi and President's Rule
Rajan Kashyap's Delhi Mission: Tragedy, Political Response, and President's Rule
From Punjab to Delhi: Rajan Kashyap's Account of the President's Rule Decision