Ill-conceived idea
Refer to ‘One Nation, One Election is undemocratic’; it is certainly undemocratic and this idea can be termed as an ill-conceived one as it is not practicable in our country, where we have a federal system. The size of the nation and the existence of a large number of states does not permit us to switch over to this mode. Instead, we need to frame stringent laws to stop horse-trading, defections and other techniques the political parties apply to get and remain in power.
Roop Singh Negi, Solan
Colossal task
Refer to ‘One Nation, One Election is undemocratic’; the author presents a detailed and lucid argument conveying that implementing ‘One Nation, One Election’ in India is a colossal task. The explanation is thought-provoking and urges the authorities concerned to carefully consider its implications. While the proposal is a well-thought-out and potentially cost-saving measure, India's vast landscape poses significant challenges as each state has its own unique administrative, judicial and legislative frameworks. Achieving such uniformity would require transparency, which could only be ensured if common electoral rolls for the Lok Sabha, state Assemblies and local bodies/panchayats are prepared and implemented first.
Raj Kumar Kapoor, Ropar
Keep water bodies clean
Apropos of ‘Polluted by industry, Buddha Dariya faces tipping point’; what the common man can do to keep a clean and healthy environment around Buddha Dariya is not to throw plastics into water bodies and they must shift to eco-friendly idols, abstain from disposing waste into the stream and plant more trees. The industries in the area are the biggest culprits and must be punished as per the law. The contribution of the public will go a long way in helping Ludhiana get rid of the notorious reputation of being among the most polluted cities in Punjab.
Anup Kumar Gakkhar, Haridwar
EAM’s hard talk in Pak
Apropos of ‘Jaishankar in Pak’; Jaishankar’s visit to Pakistan to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation certainly raised hopes of breaking the ice with the neighbouring country. However, even before his arrival, he had made it clear that discussing bilateral issues was not on his agenda. The minister, known for calling a spade a spade at international forums, maintained his firm stance while on Pakistani soil. Pakistan must now introspect and realise that continuing policies of hatred toward its neighbours will not benefit anyone.
Ravi Sharma, Dhariwal
The new Lady Justice
The unveiling of the new Lady Justice statue symbolises a vision more aligned with India's own justice system. Despite decades of independence, the continued existence of colonial-era laws and justice icons presented a conflicting image of the nation’s legal framework. The new statue is expected to inspire the public to envision a more efficient justice system. With the introduction of an indigenous statue and the potential adoption of indigenous legal codes, India can pave the way for a reformed justice mechanism, ensuring quicker case resolution.
Kirti Wadhawan, Kanpur
BJP’s hat-trick in Haryana
Refer to ‘Against all odds’; Haryana voters have clearly rejected all poll punditry. Haryana results speak about the infinite complexities in the cohesion and cleavage of social groups. An important message is that the state is more than just being Jatland. The BJP, which got non-Jat votes in its earlier two stints, made Nayab Singh Saini Chief Minister to consolidate the non-Jat votes, both OBC and Muslim (Pasmanda). The Congress, meanwhile, has suffered from the Jat complex of Hooda & Co. The state Congress unit was entirely subsumed under Hooda. Infighting also captured a generational rift. This was as much a vote against Hooda, who had decided on most of the candidates.
PL SINGH, by mail
Stop burning stubble
Apropos of ‘Supreme Court raps states’; burning of stubble is not an essential part of the production process. Along with vehicular pollution, it creates a choking environment, impacting the health of one and all. New approaches and practices to controlling this spectre must be adopted.
Jagvinder S Brar, Patiala
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