The reference to BJP as being Saffron instead of their typical namecalling is a welcome evolution in Left polity. The analogy of being co-passenger is also most welcome.
Evolution of technology requires managing diversity in thoughts which comes in form of domain specialisation, myriad functions, multiple roles and multifacted decision-making processes. Channelising those inherent conflicts towards purposeful action is what determines technology success.
The society is the crucible within which organisation works and insulating it from corrosive conflicts within society has hampered technology development.