India is a pride for Indians.But i often say 'Hindustan is my Heart and Hind is my heartbeat'. The resonance of Hind calls for a wide grin and deep feel because there is something very special about it apart from being my Motherland.
My Imam Hussain a.s had his wish before the event of karbala 1400 years ago to visit this precious land.This is narrated in various authentic references citing the events of karbala.There is also a community better known as THE HUSSAINI Brahmins that has an intertwined link with Hinduism and Islam.However my topic is not in length to write about this community so if any of you want more details kindly contact me i will provide best of references possible.
My Nation's land is filled with diverse cultures and traditions that is known to live in harmony.However today it brings shivers down the spine knowing the dirty politics that is happening all around.Nether government nor opposition is of substance for the peace of the country.Each leader is busy pulling the other,the culture of fake promises has gained better strength due to the influence of social media.Big figures and framed statistics is put to display to amaze the blinded people who will believe in a forward post and meme than putting any effort to verify it.
The other day i was sitting in a corner and reading a book when two of my colleagues were in a discussion of the recent events of political turmoil and Kashmir.Off lately i have stopped participating actively in any such conversations where i know nothing will come out but an argument and fight.So i was quiet until personally addressed ,i smiled and said " Democracy is almost dead" And the other one laughed "Its dead" I corrected stating 'Almost' because there are a few anti nationals of the country who voice out their opinion and take a stand.And then the topic shifted to North Korea and dictatorship when another of my colleague said 'Now its almost like a dictatorship only although a good one'. I stared smiling and said 'If you appreciate so much of goodness be open to criticize as well' .With this i wanted to say so many other things but i just kept quiet.With my past experiences i know what would fetch me at the end.Moreover i was in no mood to blow off my temper and sound state of mind early morning behind such a talk.
It was a peaceful end to the talk as our patients had arrived and we got busy with work.
I don't blame any of them for their remarks but the environment and the influence that has got so high.It is so difficult to express your opinion without getting in to a heated talk.
Lynching,communal disharmony ,politicians stating cheap remarks for minorities ,fake promises ,showoff ,media coverage and all the hype is setting seeds of New India .
Today i was reading stories of past communal riot victims.Reading their narration tears were flowing by my eyes.The hardest prick was when somebody had written that "the people with whom we lived for 40 years disappeared with fear and locked their houses when our families were killed and burnt alive".Any killing of humans is such a shame.These barbaric events are a result of hatred!It is a stain on humaniity ,be it Sikhs massacre, Kashmiri pandits ,'92 Mumbai riots or 2002 Godra riots or muzzafarnagar riot, the list is endless.
For a second i was moved wondering if tomorrow riots occur in my area none of my family would survive because we don't live in our community dominant area.Such horrifying thoughts are creating the castle of Vikas and New India.
At times i wonder why did my third imam make a wish for Hind.
Will something get better or worsen up further.This land is of people ,by people and from people.Let's maintain its sanctity and not lick the ass of those in power.Let's be rational in our approach.
I do appreciate the wise steps of the government with being a strong critic of it too .Neither opposition nor the present one is to be favored.All of them belong to same flock. What matters is being wise which unfortunately people have lost sense of .
This Independence day lets pledge to be responsible citizens to maintain the harmony and not get carried away by opportunist leaders.Lets strive to be better humans and create a place of love and unity.
India is my pride and a beautiful nation.Hindustan will always be my heart and Hind my beat!
Jai Hind.
-SSW
