The electoral process is in full swing and people are queuing up in polling stations to exercise their rights as responsible citizens of a pseudo democratic state. Where might is right and scruples completely amiss, hungry politicians want a piece of this crumbling cake of power and eat it too. There is a lot of talk on voting rights but hardly much forethought on voting responsibilities. The affluent elite would much rather stay within the comfort of their air conditioned chambers or dwell over their personal problems rather than the matters concerning the running of the country. Notwithstanding the fact, that the privy purse might be dwindling, because of misuse by corrupt politicians, at their expense.
I appreciate the efforts of ‘ The Times’ and other news agencies, be it their ‘ Lead India’ slogan or other such endeavours to create awareness in the youth. Such clarion calls are the order of the day. Especially, the satirical ‘ Bleed India’ skit, with the unctuous politician grinning from the pages imploring citizens not to waste their energies in voting. Young filmmakers are going out of their way by roping in celebrities to awake the conscience of a laid back electorate. Who knows, the purple spot on the finger might replace the tattoo as the latest fashion statement.
I wish merely pressing a button would eradicate all the problems of our country and enthrone a moral government head but nevertheless, each push of the right button would be a small step in the right direction.