So this is the second “Bandh” in this month. This time, it is for diesel price hike. Sometimes, I wonder, do such “Bandhs” really serve their purpose? What about the inconvenience caused to “Aam Aadmi”? Does anybody actually care for them? From “anybody”, I mean the political parties (both ruling and opposition). Such events make the environment conducive for all kinds of anti-social elements, who are always on the lookout for such devilish opportunities to make a career in hooliganism. Who can forget the heart wrenching pic of a lady police getting bashed up by villians during the last bandh in BBSR. I was shell shocked to see the pics on the front pages of all the local dailies. The most disgusting aspect was that, photographers from media were too busy clicking pics of the event, rather than making an effort to save the lady! That was humanity at its nadir! Really sickening!
I usually avoid writing about political events, but couldn’t help writing the above para, ‘coz of my restless soul. I have very high regard for media people, but sometimes, they tend to get too heartless. What is the difference between the hooligans and them? One was involved in the criminal act, and the other was glorifying it, instead of preventing it. Despicable, indeed.
I just hope and pray, nothing untoward happens tomorrow. (Fingers crossed)
This blog is getting too serious, lets delve into some lighter stuff now…
Many of my friends have complained, as I couldn’t blog since last few weeks. Reason was that, I was finally bitten by the Viral fever bug, which kept me out of action for about a week. Also was too busy reading various stuff, fiction and non-fiction. Out of the 4 Alex Rutherford’s books, only one is left now. Too mesmerized by her talent of research and writing. Want to visit all the forts in Agra and Delhi once again, to re-live the experience of the Mughals. If Allah grants me one wish, I would like to be re-born in the Mughal era J
Playing tennis. That was another of my childhood dreams, which I am trying to fulfill now. 3 days down, and I am yet to hit a clean shot. Very few of my shots reach the other side of the court, don’t really know why. (Much to the dismay of my friends on the other side of the net) Actually, you need to have very strong arms and wrists to master this game. Which I am not blessed with, may be that is the reason. Anyways, perseverance is the key. If I could learn swimming (Had hydrophobia), I can learn anything. J
What next…may be Squash. Lets see. ;)
Saw a good movie, after a really long time. Yes, you guessed it right! Barfi! J
Ranbir was class apart. Illeana was good. Priyanka…hmmm ….was Ok. Rani would have been a better choice. Songs were mellifluous. Now I want to visit Darjeeling! J
This much for now…cya next weekend!
Cheers!
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