Oct 2
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)
Posted by Maheshwor Rijal at 6:55 AM
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