RANG DE BASANTI.......
When I saw this picture in today's newspaper, it disturbed me a bit to see my fellow citizens facing such a stiff reaction from policemen but at the same time I felt proud of being in something together and fighting for something which we feel so passionate about.
As our politicians get ready to divide our country into pieces, we the youth of this country are getting together to ensure that this greedy bunch doesn’t succeed. Chances are, they still might, in the name of democracy and even though I dread the day, this ruling will get implemented, somewhere I feel united with all the Indians who are slowly but surely getting together to fight this menace called politics.
When politicians talk about equal rights and opportunities for all, I really want to ask each one of them and that includes Mr. Arjun Singh as to how many times have they stepped out of their comfort zone and tried to understand the problems we feel(Barring their campaign visits in their respective constituencies).
I want to ask Mr. Arjun Singh, how much effort has he made to understand the education system, where it is headed to and where all he needs to work upon. I want to ask him what all steps have been taken to ensure quality primary education for all of the Indians. I want to ask him how he thinks quota will help when, majority of the minority community finds it tough to even get through their first few years in school? I also want to ask how India has so far benefited from the previous quotas that were implemented.
If he is able to answer even 50% of my questions, I might be able to(might) understand the decision he has taken but I doubt he or even our PM, Mr. Manmohan Singh will have any answers. Right now, they are too busy to find ways to stay in power for as long as they can. For them, the welfare of the common man means nothing. They came to power to ensure that they stay there, make millions and ensure a comfortable life for their next 3-4 generations.
And by the looks of it, they are on the road to success. But that won’t stop me or those who feel disappointed in the entire system fighting for our rights because we don’t want to get used to a more mediocre life than what we already have.
We deserve better because we are slated to become an economic superpower. And when that day arrives, we want to see the progress on road, in villages, in each and every home and not just on paper.
As Prasoon Joshi penned it so beautifully...... kee aag hai mujhmein kaheen....
The picture maybe dramatic, but they are being fired at by a water canon, for God's sake. I don't see anyone braving bullets or even lathis for a cause. And even if they do, they hardly make headlines.
Posted by
Anonymous |
12:20 PM
Hello Mr. Idle Thoughts
It seems u either dont read the papers or u simply dont care. Either ways, its sad...
Posted by
Ruch |
9:18 PM
Well said Racs,
Also want to share a startling fact with u all. Just uploaded a notice I came across. Read it and u will realise what they really mean when they talk about uplifiting the poor.
Posted by
Ruch |
11:35 PM
nice write up there Ruchi! We appreciate that you are voicing your concern in this regard. Keep up the good work- let us know if you need any kind of help in this regard.
Posted by
United Students |
3:13 AM
hey Ruchi..
couldn't agree with you anymore.
This is just Politics at its worst.The politicians just care about building their vote banks.I know it's not rational & an extreme measure,but god forbid,if this legislation is enacted,I hope someone DOES murder arjun singh like they murdered the defence minister in Rang De Basanti.
I mean,I always wanted to stay in India for my education.But now,I'm sure I wanna go abroad.Besides,now I honestly don't care about brain drain.I think all of us should just find jobs abroad & let Arjun Singh's OBCs bring laurels to the country & make it progress!
Keep posting!!..
Posted by
ThinkingWanderer |
7:08 AM
Reservation is good if it is in the basis of income and not caste. THis bloddy caste system and religious divisions are and absurdity in the first place... because we say ourselves, or rather the politicians and constitution says that India is a secular nation.
achu
Posted by
Achuth Nair |
11:39 AM
Reservation is good if it is in the basis of income and not caste. THis bloddy caste system and religious divisions are and absurdity in the first place... because we say ourselves, or rather the politicians and constitution says that India is a secular nation.
achu
Posted by
Achuth Nair |
11:39 AM
Hi guys
Thanks so much for being a part of this revolt. I am going to be a part of the protest march which will be held tomorrow at 10 at Jantar Mantar. Would urge u all to come and participate in this great cause.
Posted by
Ruch |
10:17 PM