THIS ARTICLE WAS PUBLISHED IN “ YUVA” IN AUGUST 08 EDITION
India – a land of plenty
India is clearly the taste of the decade. We are flying high. One can easily witness the changing face of India, but to achieve superstardom it has to go a long way. We as citizens of this nation are solely responsible for the pros and cons this country is facing.
Our lackluster spirit to root out corruption, population check, disciplinary measures, cleanliness so on… are the major catastrophes our country is facing due to which its global prowess is withheld.
True as it was said by vivekananda, “ India is the only place with all its greatness and faults, the soul finds its peace and tranquility”
As we go forth to celebrate Independence Day we can sit back for a few moments and watch India go by. Every citizen of this country plays a major role for change. Indeed change is infectious and everybody big and small is talking of change these days.
But is it really enough? Are we truly devoted?
Well I don’t think so. You will also agree with me, we aren’t.
Neither are we true to ourselves nor are we true to our nation.
India is a multicultural cocktail of various religions, languages, creeds, ethnic groups… etc all rolled into one. To maintain equilibrium all along is difficult but if every person realizes his ideals, value and worth and marches forward to volunteer his bit to the nation then it’s beyond doubt that India as a nation and we as citizens can be world beaters.
We have all the superstars and inspirations we ever wanted.
Gandhi in politics, Ratan Tata in industry, Kalam (dual nature) politics cum nuclear science, Kapil Dev in cricket, Dhyan chand in Hockey, Dr.C.V. Raman in physics (Nobel Prize), Mother Teresa in charity….we have it all.
History is witness to our supremacy.
As we go all forward and prepare ourselves to celebrate our independence let us look back at the areas we have failed and at the same time look forward to improving ourselves and our fellowmen for the better.
Wishing you all a happy independence day ahead and celebrate the true spirit of Indianess… vande mataram.
Edmond fernandes
Saturday, August 8, 2009
DAYS OF TURMOIL
THIS ARTICLE WAS PUBLISHED IN THE JUNE 09 EDITION OF “ MILARCHEM MILAN “
Days of Turmoil . . .
The Veneer of culture and good manners, of brilliant ceremonies and elaborate etiquettes are far more than over. We are living in challenging times. This world has lost its sense of worth and value.
We are basically revolving in planet that does not know its destination.
The agony is infinite, the times are harsh the need is urgent to rediscover grounds of peace, tranquility and hope. The recent issues like the swine flu outbreak; Taliban capturing Buner and retreating; the tension in Swat Valley; Global recession-where millions are becoming jobless; Communal tensions; Melting of glaciers @ rapid speed; Changing climatic conditions; Oil barrels falling below $50 etc…. on and on… These situations are scary.
The dangers which are confronting us have exposed us not only to hideous suffering but even to mortal peril. It’s becoming our passport to disaster!!
People are seeking for less precarious forms of existence going about in strange paradoxes decided only to be undecided, resolved to be irresolute. The youth are losing their very purpose of existence; depression, competition, burden of circumstances are getting the better of them. The pressure to excel has superceded the necessity of survival.
On the same note, the people who are working and gaining their daily bread are stressed out and find an excuse to run away from it.
Managing deadlines, multiple assignments etc are indeed a method in madness…
True that we are living in creative turmoil of a genuine civilization struggling to be born but there is still hope for a better tomorrow providing we act. A finer land, a better people, a more noble civilization is possible… but each one of us must be inspired with a renewed dedication to humanity. We have to put forth our views, call for small community meetings; discuss solutions for the need of the hour; express our views through the Media; speak out and bend a new together for a supreme effort. Simply sitting and criticizing won’t help; we have to act: our time is now.
Please friends, think of it in this light. Do not hesitate; do not fear or else you are doomed. For a moment we might wonder, “If I do my bit, it won’t make a difference It’s a mighty world”. But, I tell you solemnly One dream can change a nation, one spark can inspire hope, ONE MAN CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE. The day will dawn when fair play, love for one’s follow men, respect for justice and freedom will enable tormented generations to go ahead serene and victorious from the ruins in which we dwell. Meanwhile do your bit and never despair.
Edmond Fernandes
Days of Turmoil . . .
The Veneer of culture and good manners, of brilliant ceremonies and elaborate etiquettes are far more than over. We are living in challenging times. This world has lost its sense of worth and value.
We are basically revolving in planet that does not know its destination.
The agony is infinite, the times are harsh the need is urgent to rediscover grounds of peace, tranquility and hope. The recent issues like the swine flu outbreak; Taliban capturing Buner and retreating; the tension in Swat Valley; Global recession-where millions are becoming jobless; Communal tensions; Melting of glaciers @ rapid speed; Changing climatic conditions; Oil barrels falling below $50 etc…. on and on… These situations are scary.
The dangers which are confronting us have exposed us not only to hideous suffering but even to mortal peril. It’s becoming our passport to disaster!!
People are seeking for less precarious forms of existence going about in strange paradoxes decided only to be undecided, resolved to be irresolute. The youth are losing their very purpose of existence; depression, competition, burden of circumstances are getting the better of them. The pressure to excel has superceded the necessity of survival.
On the same note, the people who are working and gaining their daily bread are stressed out and find an excuse to run away from it.
Managing deadlines, multiple assignments etc are indeed a method in madness…
True that we are living in creative turmoil of a genuine civilization struggling to be born but there is still hope for a better tomorrow providing we act. A finer land, a better people, a more noble civilization is possible… but each one of us must be inspired with a renewed dedication to humanity. We have to put forth our views, call for small community meetings; discuss solutions for the need of the hour; express our views through the Media; speak out and bend a new together for a supreme effort. Simply sitting and criticizing won’t help; we have to act: our time is now.
Please friends, think of it in this light. Do not hesitate; do not fear or else you are doomed. For a moment we might wonder, “If I do my bit, it won’t make a difference It’s a mighty world”. But, I tell you solemnly One dream can change a nation, one spark can inspire hope, ONE MAN CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE. The day will dawn when fair play, love for one’s follow men, respect for justice and freedom will enable tormented generations to go ahead serene and victorious from the ruins in which we dwell. Meanwhile do your bit and never despair.
Edmond Fernandes
ZINDAGI
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