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Lush Manali becoming a concrete jungle THIS is with reference to the article "Where little minds imbibe the value of silence" by Suparna Saraswati (May 13,) wherein the writer has described how the students in Scindia School, Gwalior are taught to practise mauna or silence for some time every evening while watching the sun set. According to an ancient Indian tradition, observing silence is of paramount significance as it steadies the mind disturbed by the turmoil and tumble of life around us. It is as important to observe silence as it is to speak, for silence is also effective communication. Through it we can observe the world and the universe from a clearer vantage point as well have a deep look within our own selves. The noise around us spoils our peace of mind and when we speak for the whole day it makes the matters worse. Observing silence lifts the exhaustion from our spirits, provides clearer introspection and takes us closer to God. As Dag Hammerskjold says, "Silence is the language of God, it is also the language of the heart." Silence bestows upon us the equilibrium and balance that we seem to have lost nowadays. AMRIT PAL TIWANA,
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Apropos of Taru Bahl’s inspiring article, ‘Rising above her background’ (June 3). In rural areas most of the girl students still have to discontinue their education due to the traditional mindset of their guardians. The rural folk think it to be a matter of shame to send their daughters away from home to get higher education. The writer has dealt with the subject/problem successfully. I think, no one should deny education to a desirous girl after reading this article. SHRI BHAGWAN, Rewari
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Despite these
factors, environment pollution is a major issue which has to be
addressed both at micro and macro levels.