Nepal is rich in
everything. We are rich in water resources, cultural heritage, natural beauty
and much more. Words are not sufficient to describe the significance of our
country. Then why are we backward in the process of development? This is the
most critical question of today. We are, of course, backward in the development
of education, science and technology, industry, commerce and, most importantly,
healthy politics. Who is responsible for this?
Despite
having potentiality in the homeland, many people are flying abroad in search of
better opportunities and further studies. And, yes, any scholar or businessman
who has left the country has become a permanent residence (PR) holder in
foreign lands. At the same time, people are compelled to sell and cultivate
their blood and perspiration at very low wages in the Gulf countries at high
risk and great danger to their lives. As everybody knows, this is neither the
choice nor the fate, but a compulsion created by political deadlock and trauma.
This is the most tyrannical and pathetic situation that we are facing now. This
is the real outcome of a weak political and governance system.
In
the present scenario, political leaders are fighting with each other like cats
and dogs to get power and authority ignoring the urgent mandate to draft a
constitution through the consensus. The situation is shameful today since
politics is the best source of earning money, and this has been proven by our
leaders. So, it is hard to see unity in the party and political system at this
time. It is very difficult to find selfless and patriotic political leaders.
Consequently, people have become like children’s toys and are obliged to follow
the tail of the political parties. So, it is high time we ended this kind of
system. This is the time when we need to show our prestige, fame, reputation
and dignity as brave and patriotic citizens of Nepal.
Let’s
think about being the most remarkable example in the international community by
establishing a conducive political environment. Unity, cooperation and harmony
are the best ways to reach a logical consensus. Then there will be liberty,
peace, and harmony. Then every Nepali citizen will realise the meaning of what
John F Kennedy said: Ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can
do for your country. So, dear leaders, please do not demolish morality. We are
here to help you. We are Nepalis and love our country, and we want to see an
everlasting, peaceful and prosperous country. Whether you are democratic,
communist or federalist, your prime duty and responsibility is to develop the
country by improving the lives of marginalised people and providing equal
opportunities to all by creating a conducive political scenario. We are not
backward. Let’s go for progressive change from every village and town.
( published in Kathmandu Post)
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