The Jinnah Bomb !!

A bad election result, another 5 years in the opposition. 2009 is not going well for BJP. A lot of infighting is creeping in the party ranks. The state of Rajasthan is where the crisis started from and threatened to destablize the party. Senior memebers like Jaswant Singh,Arun Shourie demanded a through study of the election debacle and were clearly not in sync with some other senior leaders. The signs were ominous, the Lotus petals of the BJP were beginning to wane.

With the infighting still persisting, in came the shock and awe of Jaswant Singh publishing his book on Jinnah. His ideas, i need not state sent shockwaves across the saffron party and ultimately resulted in he getting expelled. Ironically The point of discussion at this point should be two things:

1. Why the BJP is so hellbent on destructing itself?
2. Why Mr Jinnah manages to create a storm amongst our politicians even now?

The first question cannot be answered clearly now. The process is still undergoing with Jaswant singh continuing his anti BJP remarks and throwing light to a lot of shocking revelations.

The second question is interesting and i still cannot understand why everytime Mr Jinnah's name comes up the Indian politicians are always in a rush to distance themselves from the past leader. Yes he wanted Pakistan, he demanded a separate state but all that is in the past. Why cant we as a nation cant detach ourselves from Pakistan and march towards out future? Why will Jinnah be a reason for divisions among the 2nd largest democratic party in India?

The young polity should refrain from divisive politics and instead be focussing on INDIA. We do not exist with the help of any of our neighbours.Our present and future is not attached with them. Jinnah is a matter of past and its time we make it a historical topic instead of a catalyst for political war games.

Independence Day

Today we have stepped into our 63rd Independence day. Just like every year, this day is special for all Indians and it reminds us of the sacrifice those great people did for us. Independence is a journey. Its not just a victory from some rule.

The legacy which the Mahatma has left should be analyzed and understood. He could not prevent the creation of two nations but surely he left us with a lot of virtues and thoughts which even today makes great sense. Untouchablity, greater independence to women, promoting localized skills amongst millions of villagers are just some of them.

As we stand today on the brink of virtually being called 'The Next Superpower' we must introspect and see how far we have come forward in implementing the great man's ideas. Indian independence is synonymus with the name M K Gandhi and as citizens of this country it is our duty to make sure that the spirit of a free India which he envisaged does not loose steam. We shall become the Independent India which he had in his heart.

Lastly, A very Happy Independence Day to you all.

NDTV's Green Marathon

Tomorrow marks the launch of NDTV's 2nd edition of Green Marathon. I was watching their 9 pm news and it was quite fascinating to know how the effort has helped millions of Indians across the most isolated villages in our country.
62% of India plunges into darkness after sunset everyday and thats quite an astonishing figure. Efforts such as these helps to give momentum to those who with their innovative and cost effective ideas wants to bring about some change and it also gives an opportunity to those who wants to contribute in bringing smiles to poor people.
The media has played a huge role in making these initiatives known to people. There is a genuine effort from different sections of the society to initiate change in various ways and the best we as individuals can do is to be a small part in these efforts.

Congratulations to NDTV for playing its role in lighting the nights of millions of people living in rural India.

A few Two Liners

Dont have time to sit and write something long oflate. Chipping in with these few topics which i found interesting.

1. Pakistan ready to talk about all outstanding issues.
Not a suprise. What started with a surprise joint statement at Egypt has now culminated with Gilani talking about 'talks'. It seems Hillary Clinton has done a good job indeed. It true that at some point of time we need to come to an agreement but at the cost of what? Pakistan wants talks and yet it builds bunkers near to our borders, criticizes our nuke submarine launch. There cannot be talks when the trust level is so low.

2. Ambani vs Ambani

The issue seems to get dirtier. Govt's stance is logical. Gas is a national treasure and why should it be a reason for feud against two brothers? But its the government which has goofed up somewhere.

3. The SC verdict

Its a strange decision to allow a mentally challenged girl to be a bother which by the way was not by choice. It might set a precedence as many are saying but i fear for the child. We dont have such a strong public support system.

4. The English ruling the Ashes

Finally i must end with the English cricket team who are playing so well and looks all set to regain the Ashes. Flintoff will be missed. Ricky Ponting's days as captain are numbered.