Today is a very special day. One, this reminds us that we are a republic and second we honor our defense services. If one can understand this is not symbolism. This signifies the spirit of India. This tells that the People of India have taken up a collective responsibility to make a NATION FOR EVERYONE. A place which is safe and happy home for all citizens. And for this we all will contribute be it soldiers, policemen, businessmen, teachers, politicians, doctors, lawyers, farmers and homemakers. Nation can not be safe and happy for everyone if we all are not sincere in our approach towards nation building. Merely talking big will not do. Those who are not sincere are no less than traitors. This is what Nationalism Quotient means.
So do some introspection and judge your own Nationalism Quotient not in terms of what you talk but in terms of your core which is reflected in what you actually do to make this nation a safe and happy place for everyone. And when you talk about everyone, it means everyone especially those who are least privileged.
World today is seeing unrest due to disparity between Have's and Havenot's. Majority of people suffer due to this. Power and resources are in few hands and rest suffers deprivation and injustice. People are getting restless. This is seen in North and South America, Europe, Middle East, Asia everywhere. People are on streets demanding a better life - more safety, more dignity, justice and better opportunities. And exactly this is what led us to be a republic. A system must be in place which can be fair to all, provide a decent life to all with safety, dignity, justice and opportunities. This system called constitution must be in place and must work efficiently to do what it is supposed to do. And this is where unrest raises serious questions.
- Is the system in place sufficient?
- Is it being implemented efficiently?
- Is it being manipulated to serve few?
- Are we doing enough to raise its standards?
- Is it fair to everyone?
- Is it bringing about the required change?
- Can we protect the system from being manipulated and abused?
- Is it providing safety, dignity, justice and opportunities?
- Is it making everyone safe and happy?
India is going through a debate of anarchy versus order. Questions are being asked about promises made. This is unfortunate that basic amenities of life, safety and dignity has become so impossible that such promises are seen as false promises. Why it is so impossible? Are we so less capable that we can not provide basic amenities, basic dignity, basic justice to people. This is dangerous pessimism. Very dangerous.
It would be big mistake to ignore the unhappiness and unrest of people. This can not be and should not be suppressed. This is negative energy and whenever negative energy is suppressed it becomes destructive. Whenever this happens there is social disintegration and rise in crimes.
Why this should happen in India. We have committed ourself to a system which is fair to everyone and help people in living a decent life. Then why do we see such disparity, why people are so deprived, why there is injustice, why do people feel unsafe, why such basic amenities are seen as false promises. Are we really so incapable or our system is being so badly manipulated and abused?
We must do some introspection today. Whatever we are. Artist, professional, teacher, politician, businessman, farmer every citizen must ask self. Are we sincere towards our nation? Merely talking big about self or country will not do. That will not change reality. We need to see reality. Where do we stand today in world? What is the condition of people of India? Those visiting other countries often say why our country can't be similarly developed.We are not incapable. People of India have always proved their capability. So are we lacking in our sincerity towards our nation? We all need to see our own Nationalism Quotient. If you adopt manipulation and corrupt practices or for some selfish interest you are pulling down others then you are one of the traitors responsible for the state country is in today.
Nationalism is not symbolism. One must feel accountable. Every word spoken and act of commission or omission is important. We all must speak less and work more to improve the system and its fair implementation. Needs and aspirations of entire spectrum of citizens of India must be addressed. We need to preserve what is good and amend what is in bad shape. And this is possible only when institutions are respected and strengthened.
On this Republic Day assess your Nationalism Quotient. Remember everything is important - your intentions, your speech and your deeds. Never hesitate in timely acknowledging and rectifying mistakes. One always becomes stronger after honest self correction.
Nation has done a lot for you and now Nation is calling you. It is time to rise above the petty things. Goal is to see India as No 1 so come and Let Us Glorify India.
So do some introspection and judge your own Nationalism Quotient not in terms of what you talk but in terms of your core which is reflected in what you actually do to make this nation a safe and happy place for everyone. And when you talk about everyone, it means everyone especially those who are least privileged.
World today is seeing unrest due to disparity between Have's and Havenot's. Majority of people suffer due to this. Power and resources are in few hands and rest suffers deprivation and injustice. People are getting restless. This is seen in North and South America, Europe, Middle East, Asia everywhere. People are on streets demanding a better life - more safety, more dignity, justice and better opportunities. And exactly this is what led us to be a republic. A system must be in place which can be fair to all, provide a decent life to all with safety, dignity, justice and opportunities. This system called constitution must be in place and must work efficiently to do what it is supposed to do. And this is where unrest raises serious questions.
- Is the system in place sufficient?
- Is it being implemented efficiently?
- Is it being manipulated to serve few?
- Are we doing enough to raise its standards?
- Is it fair to everyone?
- Is it bringing about the required change?
- Can we protect the system from being manipulated and abused?
- Is it providing safety, dignity, justice and opportunities?
- Is it making everyone safe and happy?
India is going through a debate of anarchy versus order. Questions are being asked about promises made. This is unfortunate that basic amenities of life, safety and dignity has become so impossible that such promises are seen as false promises. Why it is so impossible? Are we so less capable that we can not provide basic amenities, basic dignity, basic justice to people. This is dangerous pessimism. Very dangerous.
It would be big mistake to ignore the unhappiness and unrest of people. This can not be and should not be suppressed. This is negative energy and whenever negative energy is suppressed it becomes destructive. Whenever this happens there is social disintegration and rise in crimes.
Why this should happen in India. We have committed ourself to a system which is fair to everyone and help people in living a decent life. Then why do we see such disparity, why people are so deprived, why there is injustice, why do people feel unsafe, why such basic amenities are seen as false promises. Are we really so incapable or our system is being so badly manipulated and abused?
We must do some introspection today. Whatever we are. Artist, professional, teacher, politician, businessman, farmer every citizen must ask self. Are we sincere towards our nation? Merely talking big about self or country will not do. That will not change reality. We need to see reality. Where do we stand today in world? What is the condition of people of India? Those visiting other countries often say why our country can't be similarly developed.We are not incapable. People of India have always proved their capability. So are we lacking in our sincerity towards our nation? We all need to see our own Nationalism Quotient. If you adopt manipulation and corrupt practices or for some selfish interest you are pulling down others then you are one of the traitors responsible for the state country is in today.
Nationalism is not symbolism. One must feel accountable. Every word spoken and act of commission or omission is important. We all must speak less and work more to improve the system and its fair implementation. Needs and aspirations of entire spectrum of citizens of India must be addressed. We need to preserve what is good and amend what is in bad shape. And this is possible only when institutions are respected and strengthened.
On this Republic Day assess your Nationalism Quotient. Remember everything is important - your intentions, your speech and your deeds. Never hesitate in timely acknowledging and rectifying mistakes. One always becomes stronger after honest self correction.
Nation has done a lot for you and now Nation is calling you. It is time to rise above the petty things. Goal is to see India as No 1 so come and Let Us Glorify India.
