Thursday, September 29, 2011

Corruption shining, not India...

A leader is "a person who influences a group of people towards the achievement of a common goal"…..From the political point of view, our great independence struggle to was a result of the sacrifices of people who stood united led by those who deserved to be called ‘Leaders’. They were those deserving men and women who didn’t have any love for the chair or the power associated with it…it was the sheer dream to see their country free one day which kept the fire burning within them.

Well, over the years, this word 'Leader' has been replaced by a more meaningful word, ‘Politician’ - equivalent to a GALI now. This honorable position has now been usurped by uneducated goons, rapists, murderers and land grabbers interested only in the money associated with the post of being a leader. Politics has always caught my interest not because I have been a decent enough leader throughout, but because I was influenced a lot by my Late Nanaji....a local leader then and a close friend of Ex- Prime Minister of India, Atal Bihari Vajpeyee.

Last few days particularly, I have been very angry...I'm have a passion for driving and bike riding and I end up spending a lot on the black gold - petrol....the prices of which have shot up by 70 % in the last 2 years that the Congress has been in power. I distinctly remember filling up my petrol tank with Speed/Power petrol at Rs. 48 per liter which has now gone up to Rs. 71. The recent revision of increasing the rates by Rs. 5 per liter has made the common man including me very angry and restless. The declaration of the appraisal immediately the next day of the election seemed like a heinous act of backstabbing the general public who felt cheated after the election results were declared in the Congress's favor....such cowards are our representatives !

To garnish the rising prices and the inflation which has never been so high in the history of this country, the Congress has been stung by high profile scams time and again in the recent past. The multi thousand crore Common wealth game scam, the 2G spectrum scam, the Adarsh Society Ghotala, the Radia tapes, etc show how deeply corruption has infected the roots of Indian politics today. Even after arresting the culprits, nothing is done to trace the hidden money which is stashed in accounts abroad. According to a recent official report - “Rs. 280 lakh crore of Indian money is deposited in Swiss banks which can be used for taxless budget for 30 years. This amount can give 60 crore jobs to all Indians. From any village to Delhi 4 lane roads. Forever free power supply to more than 500 social projects. Every citizen can get monthly Rs. 2,000 for 60 years. No need for World Bank & IMF loan”..... One thing is for sure that if found out, Mr. Sharad Pawar and Mrs. Sonia Gandhi will definitely be richer than any of the richest people on Earth.

As a result of the increase in fuel prices, there has been an increases in the commodity prices....planned rickshaw and taxi strikes to be seen in a few days now....and this will continue as a vicious cycle to throw our country into a tizzy. Its high time that the common man stood against this injustice of the government to protest for his rights of a decent life....It makes me sad to think that the educated people will never be allowed to be a part of the political system...the Times Of India's 'Lead India' Campaign was a ray of hope for me then but the end result of the winners is for all of us to see...Hardly was anyone allowed to make any change to society...The Youth Congress too is nothing but a clan of bullies and local goons...what more can one expect from the political parties ?

When Manmohan Singh was being made the Prime Minister, I had some hope that for the first time will have such an educated Leader...But he has proved himself to be only a week spectator doing nothing concrete for the people of this country.....He has failed miserably to maintain law and order, control corruption, bring down the inflation being a former Finance minister himself....I have lost respect for him as a Leader.....The Congress tagline says, ' India Shining'.....all I can see is the glare which hurts no one but the common man...Even today I always wonder if our the government was right in spending Rs. 900 crore for Obama's 4 day tour...it was our money..the hard earned Tax payers money.... spent just like that !

I can only conclude that India is not free yet....It was a slave to the British before who would divide and rule .....Even today, we are like slaves...who are keeping mum in spite of the brutality of the corrupt government and its failure to keep the citizens happy....It needs a Libya and Egypt like movement to show to the shameless government officials and 'Politicians' what truly is meant by a democracy.....its time that people raised their voice against the government...and that time is now...Jai Hind.

Wish you were here...


"It is only in their absence do we realize what some people meant to us"...

Apart from the day to day happenings in life, an important aspect of life to which we do not give due importance to is meeting new people…making ‘Friends’…knowing them…sharing lives.. With each passing day, we hardy realize how close we get to them and life looks incomplete in their absence. It feels really great when no matter how old you get and your same friend always greets you with, “ Kaise hai kamine, saale bhul gaya dost ko ? ” 

My family often complains that I’m more partial towards my friends often but somehow I don’t deny it either…I’m a true Aquarius… friendship…promises…commitments mean the world to me. I have always had long lasting friendships with people.What makes me write this is that apart from all the positivity and happiness around me, there are a few people I miss a lot in life…people whom I shared my life with…my dreams…aspirations…happiness, sorrows…tears, laughter…friendship, love…they shared theirs equally…But for some reason, the smallest of misunderstandings, saying or doing something in the heat of the moment, expressing the feeling of love, family opposing the bonding and others, I have lost a few wonderful friends…Their absence really hurts a lot…Though I have a habit of always apologizing when I know I’m wrong, my efforts are not always rewarding…Soon people move on…they meet new people, make new friends…find love..but the loss is always mutual and they eventually feel the pinch too…

And after a few years when they meet again, its just a matter of time for someone to break the ice that all the time comes back again…and both regret to have not made the effort to have reconciled before. This post is a dedication to those few whom I miss…I love…I wish they were here…to take me back into those memories worth living all over again…Not a day goes by that I don’t regret that it had never happened and I could take back the reason of the distance between us.

I miss you, I crave for you,
I will surely come looking for you,
& if the feelings we shared were true,
Then one day, I will find you.

No matter how long it takes, I do believe that one day it will happen…Time is undoubtedly the greatest healer.

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Dreamgirl


IT IS EASY TO FALL IN LOVE, THE HARD PART IS TO FIND SOMEONE TO CATCH YOU...

With the release of the movie ‘Mere Brother Ki Dulhan’ this week and me doing exactly the same job over the last 3-4 months, to look for a bride for my elder brother… going through girl’s profiles, photographs, talking to parents, I realize that it has become so difficult to find that one ‘Tailor made life partner’ we all look for. Getting the horoscope matching done is another tedious work with some 36 ‘Gun’ (qualities) according to Hindu tradition deciding the degree of compatibility between the two would be partners.

Due to lack of interest in committing to anybody before I feel settled career wise (actually I’m really shit scared to go through a heart break), I willfully didn’t be in any relationships till now. Well, I am 24 now, a Doctor, somewhat financially secure for the future (eventually all Doctors make money) and so I decided to flaunt my singlehood status now which reads “Single & Ready to Mingle”. I really want to meet someone unexpectedly and fall in love rather than have a boring arranged marriage (My parents are mentally prepared now for a shocker sometime in future from me). According to all parents, the 'Tag' of caring, loving, understanding, trusting, loyal and a good cook comes free with every girl but I'm looking for a more customized Dream girl that I have waited for 24 long years. 

The following are not in the order of priority but spontaneous as they pop up in my head while writing this. My list is negotiable though...

1) Educated - Medico / Non medico but should be a bright girl throughout.
2) Creative - Should be a very creative person. Painter/artists/singer/dancer preferred.
3) Beautiful, Fair, Pretty - To me, real beauty is in being simple rather than looking sexy and hot. Women look awesomely prettier in a saree and open hair.
4) Adventure freak - Considering my craziness for all sorts of adventure sports and outdoor activities, would prefer someone who shares a common passion.
5) Prankster - To spic en up the day to day life.
6) Good dressing sense and have a fancy for shopping - I'm equally good in them.
7) Willing to play cards and board games and fight - I'm a veteran cheater at those.
8) Sensibly talkative.
9) Non smoker - Non drinker (socially acceptable) - Used to be applicable for guys before but the changing lifestyle of girls now perplexes me often.
10) Should Love children and not think they are a pain in the ass.
11) Respect elders in the family - Even today, a Namaste and touching the feet mean more to me than a Hello or a hug.
12) Religious - I believe in Humanity alone.
13) Writer - Being expressive of day to day thoughts, not keeping any feeling hidden in the heart, sharing happiness and sorrow equally.
14) Love pets and natural beauty. I plan to have dogs, fishes, birds and a pair of  turtles as pets later.
15) Believe in a healthy lifestyle and staying fit.
16) Down to Earth having no attitude what-so ever about anything.
17) Keep home clean - I'm obsessed about it. (My wardrobe and study shelf stay perfectly arranged perennially)
18) Always stay smiling, cheerful, chirpy and have a positive attitude towards life.
19) Lover of Music and dance - Musical instruments and classical dancing appeal to me.
20) Good family background - Children from broken homes and a hard childhood have some psychological residual effects.
21) Enjoys watching movies and sports.
22) A good cook because a way to a man's heart is through the stomach.
23) An overall interest in extracurricular activities / An all rounder - Interest in public speaking, quizzes, debates and other activities.
24) Clean 'Past History' - Some might think its narrow mindedness, but it is important for me. I'm sure, plenty others like me waiting for just that 1 special person.
25) Most important of them all - Loving, supportive and adjusting in nature.

Well, its a long list and seems quite impossible to find someone so perfect...but I believe that someone somewhere out there is waiting for you. 

A small poem to conclude these thoughts :-

Nanhi komal yeh palken,
Na jane kiski aas lagaye baithi hain,
Ek aahat ka hai inhe intezar,
Yeh sochta hun main kai baar...

Bandhe hain maine bhi ummedon ke taar,
Na chodi hai aasha, na manta hun haar,
Ki swarg ke dwar khol koi pari aayegi,
Meri bhi zindagi mein char chand lagayegi...

Kaash mera yeh paigam,
Kisi tarah uss tak pahuch jaye,
Sunte hee yeh pukar woh meri,
Baahon mein daudi chali aa jaye...