Radia is speaking to Vajpayee’s foster son-in-law Ranjan Bhattacharya. They discuss the problem the former is having with Unitech which is not clearing the dues to the Tatas. Radia says that the Unitech people believe they own commerce minister Anand Sharma. Also discussed is Airtel’s Sunil Mittal’s need for a liaison person. Bhattacharya says he has been inquiring about Radia.
Ranjan Bhattacharya: Hello.
Niira Radia: Sorry, I had to come out and talk.
RB: You know I am usually not used to being stood up.
NR: Arre kya hua... I really didn’t even know. I can come after this meeting. What time does your lunch finish?
RB: I am joking. I am joking. Achchha aap yeh batao, who are you (meeting) what did...
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