April 5, and April 8 th; 2011 will go down in the history as golden moments ( bringing about CHANGE ) of our country because some thing very unusual happened and the democratically elected government had to bend backwards to agree for participation of non elected citizens to share power to decide their own course. The issue of corruption has been eroding our society since independence, but it never loomed so large as it has in the recent past. The common man was at the receiving end. His anger and frustration was mounting, but he was helplessly waiting for some inspirational leader.
Why ?? because he knew his strengths and weaknesses. No body in seat of power would have given a damn about it if he had gone on a fast. Baba Ramdev had started Bharat Swabhiman Movement to generate and build opinion of the man on the street against corruption. But still the common man was not knowing what and when to do. Anna sized the moment and rightly picked up the right spot. Yes, You need to be at the right place and at a right time to grab the opportunity. Sorry dears. This opportunity does not mean he is an opportunist. He only chose the right method, time and place to ignite the light. Rest is history now.
Let the activists not stop here. let them take one issue at a time and see that it is taken to its' logical conclusion. This is certainly a new beginning. A new HOPE for revival. A silent peaceful revolution has begun.
Me at Shanivar Wada
I was also happy to join the struggle and support the cause in my own small way. A day's fast and participation in the Pune Candle March was my way of support. I shall wait for more opportunities to help in whatever way I can.
VANDE MATARAM
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