The United Nations Head Ban Ki-moon was right when
he said, “Sustainable
development is the pathway to the future we want for all.” When we look around,
we are likely to see various aspects that we can change to make a better world.
But sometimes we lack the courage to take a step forward and to be the change
we wish to see (quoted by MK Gandhi). Even our older generation is heard
saying, “What a wonderful world it was back then! But look at the state that
the world is in today. No wonder we are struck by all kinds of calamities.” It
is indeed a known fact that if the world continues to persist in the present
state, it won’t be long before we come face to face with destruction. Warnings
are continuously being reiterated that the present type and levels of
development are not sustainable.
Friday, October 13, 2017
Dear Bapu...
Dear
Bapu,
After
a long time, it feels liberating to pen out my thoughts. Not that I’m not given
the freedom of speech, Bapu- it’s just that the people for whom you won
independence do not appreciate the openness with which women speak. But I’ve
always thought that in our country, a woman is considered the ‘Ghar ki
Lakshmi’. Is this the way to treat a goddess? But Bapu, you’ve inspired me to
stand up for what I feel is right. So now I’m going to let it out.
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