Opinion Accepting the verdict
His prognostication that the Ayodhya judgment could signal the evolution of a new liberal politics,speaks for one and all.
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Shekhar Guptas The India verdict (IE,October 2) is welcome. His prognostication that the Ayodhya judgment could signal the evolution of a new liberal politics,speaks for one and all. Surprisingly,while ordinary people on both sides of the divide have demonstrated their maturity in reacting to the verdict,the Centre seems puzzled that such a reaction was indeed possible. So far so good. But look at our tilting secularists in the Left,who see politics in the verdict. If they could say that the verdict somehow impacts Indias politics,nobody would have objected. But the verdict and the post-verdict situation hurts their politics; nothing else. They are welcome to their ideological moorings. The people have stood by their commitment that when you approach the courts,you are bound to accept the verdict,and that there cannot be victory or defeat.
Prasad Malladi
Nidadavole
And now,praise
That the Commonwealth Games had a fabulous opening makes all prior criticism a matter of the past (A Great Indian Start to Games,IE,October 4),although the target of most criticism,Suresh Kalmadi,mentioned it in his speech. Everybody,including Fennell,had a word of praise. But protocol was worth mention Prince Charles,on the Queens behalf,and the president of India both declared the Games open. So,who officially inaugurated the CWG?
Vinod Sharma
Moga
Well begun!
There had been a lot of dust in the atmosphere over the CWG preparations. Questions were raised about Indias capability; some even suggested deferment of the Games. For a while,the rain gods too seemed to be on the wrong side. But the spectacular opening ceremony has belied apprehensions. It must also have disappointed the usual critics. Controversies have been laid to rest for the time being. At the moment,we can confidently say,Alls well that begins well with the sincere hope that the event will progress smoothly and safely,and India will emerge as an ideal host. Then well be able to say,Alls well that ends well.
M.C. Joshi
After CWG
The successful conduct of the CWG in Delhi will not only bring national pride to India but also enhance the nations unity (Games change,IE,October 4). A sense of commonality will emerge among the people even after the CWG are over. Its reported that people have a great sense of participation in this great event volunteers,observers and ordinary residents have taken up the responsibility of helping out athletes. This might change how people behave regarding public utility services. Indeed,such events should be hosted by other metros of the country too. Such events also provide a great opportunity for showcasing our cultural heritage and contemporary art.
C. Koshy John
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