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Politics sans values
It is still not late for Mr Nirmal Singh Kahlon to resign and save the high office he holds from controversy (editorial, “Punjab Speaker in the dock”, July l2). Needless to say that his indictment by the CBI shakes public confidence in him. Given these realities, it’s not honourable for him to hold the office. We wonder at the conduct of the Chief Minister in this case who has refused prosecution sanction in this case. It is due to the fact that the practice of modern politics itself seems to be value free. The leaders understand that politics today is a business and not a mission. AJIT SINGH, Windsor, Canada
Wasteful expenditure
The sojourn of a team of Punjab MLAs to Scotland at this juncture shows how insensitive they are to the sufferings of the people they represent (editorial, “Irresponsible
outing: Punjab MLAs off to Scotland”, July 13). Vast areas of Punjab are under flood-waters and entrapped villagers require immediate relief. Flood-damage has been estimated at Rs 480 crores. Otherwise also, the financial health of the state is under strain. Mr Manpreet Singh Badal, the Punjab Finance Minister has voiced his concerns off and on in this regard, still the Punjab politicians prefer to enjoy foreign trips at state expense with the blessings of the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister. It doesn’t surprise anyone that the ruling and opposition parties unite when issues of mutual benefit such as raising legislators’ perks or foreign jaunts, etc, come up. Such extravaganza can be curbed by making amendment in the Constitution. TRISHLA
GARG, Panchkula
Surrogacy concerns
To reproduce is the strongest human desire, second only to survival itself (article, “Legalising surrogacy – Boon or
bane?” by Anil Malhotra, July 14). Surrogacy is gaining popularity as this may be the only method for a couple to have their own child and also because adoption process may be long drawn. Since it is a complex issue many concerns have to be considered.Moreover, surrogacy may be the only chance for some couples to have a child which is biologically their own. Secondly, the genetic mother can bond with the baby better than in situations like adoption. Dr Umesh N. Jindal is right in saying that doctors should not be kept out of the loop and must be made a part of the surrogacy agreement to verify the quality of semen to have a health baby as there are chances of rejecting a handicapped baby. The proposed Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) Bill 2010 will be helpful for the couples looking for surrogate mothers and it will be a step in the right direction but it must be well-drafted, keeping in mind the interests of all concerned. HARISH K
MONGA, Ferozepur City
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