The Quint has had exclusive access to the controversial Essar tapes. The taped telephone conversations are evidence of a corporate-political nexus and we’re making the audio available for the first time in the public domain.

Not without reason, the allegations have shocked many. The conversations are more than just a revelation about the corporate-political nexus; they are proof that corporate power brokers exert behind-the-scenes influence over the country’s affairs.

The conversations show how cosily governments and corporates interact and transact, ensuring the smooth functioning of these companies.